DGT Clinical Strategy 2020 - 2025

Overview plan

The clinical strategy will be underpinned by a series of implementation plans that span the priorities and divisions. These will be owned by the divisions and reported through the Trust Leadership Team meeting, as well as to the Quality and Safety Committee and Trust Board. Overview plan for years 1-2 Below is the overview plan for years 1-2 (2020/2021-2021-2022) of the clinical strategy. Specialist services • Feasibility assessment for Trauma Unit • Comprehensive Stroke Unit established Children and young people • Strategy agreed, including implementation plan • Unwell child pathway embedded Integration and pathways • Outpatient and emergency care pathways • Improved pathways with community: respiratory, cardiology, end of life, frailty Excellence • Elective care pathways: SAU, POACU • Expanding research (years 1-5)

Whilst there are some clear plans for years 3-5, there will also be emerging opportunities (particularly through the ICP) that will be taken into consideration during the annual planning process. Specialist services • Progression of business case for Trauma Unit (if appropriate) • Development of neurological and frailty services Children and young people • Transition Services for chronic conditions and acute care • Outreach services including neonatal outreach Integration and pathways • Mental health services including learning disabilities • ICP pathway development Excellence • Respiratory Centre of Excellence • Maternity Transformation Programme (years 1-5) Overview plan for years 3-5

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Clinical Strategy Summary