Care pathways are being developed throughout the health service to improve the quality and effectiveness of care.

Are they being developed efficiently and making the most of the latest clinical computing systems? This is the first practical guide on how Information Technology and systems methods can support the development, implementation, and maintenance of "e-Pathways".

Case Studies and Insights

Case studies throughout highlight team approaches to facilitation, clinical knowledge management, process analysis and redesign, and computerisation — providing insights into how e-Pathways can be used to support high-quality patient care.

Accessible and Practical

The information is presented in an easy-to-read style and requires no prior knowledge of IT systems. Doctors, nurses, and managers throughout primary and secondary care, as well as healthcare information technology specialists and suppliers, will find this to be essential reading.

Additional Resources

An accompanying CD-ROM includes supplementary information, providing useful website links and additional material on specific topic areas.