Franklin Hospital in New Zealand is set to enhance its digital capabilities by implementing two of the digital health technology company Orion Health's software systems.

These systems include an electronic patient record (EPR) and a patient administration system (PAS).

The project to deploy the EPR and PAS is commencing this month while the systems are expected to go live at Franklin Hospital by April 2025.

The introduction of Orion Health's EPR at the hospital will encompass a comprehensive PAS and a Clinical Workstation, designed to streamline various hospital operations.

This initiative is expected to significantly reduce errors and administrative burdens, a common challenge in healthcare settings.

The new PAS will focus on optimising patient administration, revenue cycle management, surgical management, as well as inventory management.  

Meanwhile, the Clinical Workstation will feature a clinical portal, a patient summary, progress notes, and dashboards for theatre and endoscopy, among other functionalities.

It is also expected to offer an extensive array of clinical workflow forms, integration with key national systems, and a results viewer.

Both systems are intended to facilitate smooth, error-free pre and post-procedure administration.

Orion Health sales director Nia Williams said: “Orion Health provides comprehensive fit-for-purpose hospital systems that are cost-effective. Our software enhances administrative functions, supports clinical workflows, and ensures the availability of crucial information across departments. This is how Orion Health’s systems empower clinicians and patients to close the care gap.

“Franklin Hospital’s commitment to robust digital health infrastructure will drive efficiency in ways that ultimately benefit patients.”

Franklin Hospital has assisted more than 9,608 residents and performed thousands of surgical and endoscopy procedures, thereby reducing the need for travel to central Auckland.

Franklin Private Hospital founder and CEO Dr Creasan Reddy said: “Franklin Hospital specialises in endoscopy and surgical procedures. We serve more than 3,200 patients each year. We provide high-skill, in-demand procedures that must be supported by detailed, reliable patient and procedure records.

“Having Orion Health’s PAS and Clinical Workstation on board will take the pressure off administrative tasks and allow us to focus on providing inclusive, world-class healthcare to our community.”