Hospital Consultants support funding for digital health investment

 
The Irish Hospital Consultants Association (IHCA) supports the commitment in the updated National Development Plan for 2026 to 2035 to prioritise the digitalisation of the health service. 
 
Commenting on the report today, IHCA President Prof Gabrielle Colleran said the full roll-out of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) will be a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” to transform the Irish health services’ digital infrastructure and help dramatically improve patient care. 
 
“We fully endorse and support the decision in the National Development Plan to prioritise health digitalisation. This would be transformational in nature and a once-in-a-generation opportunity to catch up on other countries where digital health records are the norm, enhancing productivity, healthcare outcomes, and service experience for citizens.”   
 

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