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Impact Assessment of Proposal to Shorten Hip Replacement Waiting Times in NHS Lothian

This case study evaluates an impact assessment tool applied to a proposal aimed at reducing waiting times for hip replacement surgeries in NHS Lothian. The proposal involves contacting patients over 65 to offer treatment at neighboring hospitals for quicker access. It considers the implications for disadvantaged groups, including potential travel costs and visitor reimbursements. Action steps to mitigate negative impacts on vulnerable populations are also discussed. For further insights, contact James Glover, Head of Equality & Diversity at NHS Lothian.

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Impact Assessment of Proposal to Shorten Hip Replacement Waiting Times in NHS Lothian

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  1. Using the impact assessment tool on a case study 8 Maggio 2013James Glover, Head of Equality & DiversityNHS Lothian, Scotland

  2. Using the tool on an example Proposal to shorten waiting times for patients waiting for hip replacements • Patients on waiting list to be called at home on telephone and asked if they would consider being treated at another hospital in a neighbouring region, to obtain treatment more quickly • Treatment involves surgery then recovery as in-patient • Patient’s travel costs, and those of visitors, will be refunded • Patients mainly older people aged over 65

  3. Case study • What will the impacts be on disadvantaged groups? • Taking action: What steps might you take to address these impacts?

  4. For more information:James GloverHead of Equality & Diversityjames.glover@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk+44 131 465 5720 (office)+44 779 282 6954 (mobile)Go to “Your rights” on the NHS Lothian website at www.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk

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