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University Hospitals of North Midlands: Empowering Stroke Care - Enhancing Thrombectomy Access Through AI-Driven Clinical Pathways

The University Hospitals of North Midlands is revolutionising its stroke thrombectomy pathway through the integration of RAPID AI software. This cutting-edge technology extends the treatment window for mechanical thrombectomy from six to 24 hours post-symptom onset, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. In 2023, UHNM treated 12.83 per cent of ischaemic stroke admissions, exceeding the national target of 10 per cent, while only 4.3 per cent of stroke patients in England receive this treatment. Key achievements include improved patient access, enhanced recovery rates, NICE endorsement, and alignment with National Optimal Stroke Imaging Pathway initiatives, ultimately raising the standard of care for stroke patients across the region.

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Highly commended

Treetops Hospice, NHS Birmingham and Solihull, NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, University of Birmingham: Midlands Collaborative Palliative and End-of-Life Care Toolkit Development Project

Finalists

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children Foundation Trust: Clinical Insights Unit Team

Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board: LLR Digital Innovation and Transformation Team

Mid and South Essex FT: Pathology - The Road to Digitisation

North London FT: EPR Programme

Nuneaton and Bedworth Primary Care Network: Digital and Transformation Team

South Tees Hospitals: MIYA Programme Team

Tameside & Glossop Integrated FT: Empowering Nationwide Post-Mortem Access Through Digital Transformation: A Multi-Agency Collaborative Initiative in South Manchester

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