Poor impact case study 2

Example of good impact case study from Holby City NHS Foundation Trust

Details

Library concerned

Holby City NHS Foundation Trust.

Name of Case Study

Evidence Based Procedure Change.

Date of Interview

1 September 2020.

Interviewee

• name: Connie Beauchamp
• job title: Clinical Lead of Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Trust/employing body: Holby City NHS Foundation Trust
• email: [email protected]

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Summary of problem or reason for enquiry

Department was undertaking a service review to ensure protocols up to date and evidence based.

Brief description of the information found / service provided

The protocols were reviewed and revised to include the latest evidence base. This resulted in several changes to procedures.

Summary of outcome and impact

Immediate Impact (including quotes)

Procedural changes led to efficiency savings estimated at £50k per annum in addition to improved patient safety.

“The resulting savings are well worth the initial time invested in the review.”

Probable future Impact (including quotes)

Opportunity to spread good practice elsewhere in the organisation delivering further improvements and savings.