Our success relies on the engagement and commitment from the participant members to drive forward agreed outcomes and identify areas for continuous quality improvement. Our work programme is co-designed by the network and current work-stream priorities are focused on the following areas:
Formalise the Network
From its onset, the network has developed to be a fully operating and functioning Operational Delivery Network that can deliver the devised work programme. Ongoing work aims to develop the maturity of the Severn Spinal ODN by building on existing infrastructure and relationships to facilitate a regional collaborative approach to supporting spinal services. In the future, we aim to continue growing the network, relationships and joint-working to maximise a shared vision and shared purpose.
Robust governance
The network is implementing a revised network governance structure to establish a stronger framework with the emphasis on better accessibility, oversight and feedback, and ensure ownership of key decisions and actions.
Data and audit
The members aim to ensure that we are sharing relevant information across the network and using data and evidence to drive service improvement and improve outcomes, focusing on excellent data entry on the British Spine Registry (BSR).
Digital Strategy
The network utilises electronic health records, data and technology to innovate and join up how we provide patient care access across organisational boundaries and support self-care and research.
Policies and Pathways
This aims to achieve local healthcare integration to deliver excellent care with agreed network policies and pathways, ensuring that the Severn Spinal ODN are maximising resources and minimising delays.
Research, Education and Training
A network strategy for training and education to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and high quality care means clinical staff at all levels can improve their care of patients with spinal conditions.