Improving Percentage of Transfer of Care from Geriatric Memory Clinic to Primary Care Dementia Clinic
Care Continuum
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2021
To improve the transfer rate of eligible dementia patients from Geriatric Memory Clinic to Toa Payoh Primary Care Dementia. Structured care transitions improve resource allocation, patient outcomes, and healthcare efficiency.
Year Submitted: 2021
Published Date: 31 December 2021
Tags: Care Continuum, Care Process ＆ Redesign, Chronic Care, Primary Care, Access To Care, Transfer Out Rate
About this Content
Aims
To improve the transfer rate of eligible dementia patients from Geriatric Memory Clinic to Toa Payoh Primary Care Dementia Clinic from 24% to 75% in 6 months.
Background
Increasing cases of dementia demand efficient care transitions to maximize tertiary care resources.
Methods
Screening process enhancements, staff training, and consistent patient engagement initiatives.
Results
Achieved 75% transfer rate with reduced wait times and improved resource optimization in primary care dementia services.
Conclusion
Structured care transitions improve resource allocation, patient outcomes, and healthcare efficiency.
Lessons Learnt
Early screening and collaborative care transitions are critical for enhancing healthcare system capacity.
Additional Information
NHG Quality Day 2021 Merit Award
Keywords
Dementia Care, Care Transition
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Tan Tock Seng Hospital |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Group Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Ancillary Care, Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Geriatric Medicine |
Project Lead(s) | Khin Khin Win |
Project Member(s) | Noorhazlina Bte Ali |
Connect with this contributor!
Dr Khin Khin Win - khin_win_khin@ttsh.com.sg