Improved data quality and increased efficiency for doctors and hospital staff
Stadtspital Zürich was faced with the task of modernizing and digitizing its patient referral process. The existing methods (post, email, fax) were inefficient, error-prone and often led to incomplete or illegible data. The goal was to create a standardized, digital system that would simplify the process for referring physicians while improving data quality and processing for hospital staff.
https://zuweisung.stadtspital.ch
nextron worked with the customer to develop a comprehensive e-patient referral solution in two phases:
Phase 1: Basic allocation system
- Development of a web-based application for assignments
- Implementation of two access options: Guest login and user login
- Integration of a „Fast Track“ for quick assignments with existing documents
- Creation of a secure data transfer between frontend and backend
- Implementation of an administration system for hospital employees
Phase 2: Extension for special pages
- Integration of specific forms for various specialist areas (e.g. pediatric clinic, plaster room, birth registration)
- Adaptation of the system to new locations (Europaallee, Andreasturm)
- Improved user-friendliness through preselection of departments and locations
- Expansion of patient data collection for special cases (e.g. children, expectant mothers)
Technical implementation:
- Use of the nextron framework based on Adobe ColdFusion Server and Microsoft SQL Server
- Development of responsive HTML templates for optimal display on all end devices
- Integration of JQUERY/AJAX elements for an intuitive user interface
- Implementation of a secure data transfer robot for the transfer of sensitive patient data
Results:
- Standardization and digitalization of the assignment process
- Improving data quality through structured input forms
- Increased efficiency for referring doctors and hospital staff
- Reduction of errors and queries thanks to more complete data records
- Flexibility through subject-specific forms for different departments
- Improved overview and management of assignments for hospital staff
Special features:
- Integration of a HIN-protected e-mail gateway for secure communication
- Possibility to expand the system for future requirements
- Consideration of data protection aspects and compliance with security standards
The e-patient referral system for Stadtspital Zürich demonstrates nextron’s ability to successfully digitize complex medical processes. The two-phase implementation enabled the system to be introduced gradually and adapted to the specific needs of various specialist areas. The solution not only improves efficiency and data quality in the referral process, but also lays the foundation for future digital developments in the healthcare sector.
Fragen zu Stadtspital Zürich – e-Patient referral?
Unser Experte Lukas Frei mit 30 Jahren Know-how im Bereich Webentwicklung und Serversysteme steht Ihnen gerne unter der Telefon-Nr. 061 695 92 25 zur Verfügung.