Moving from EMIS to Vision

In this episode, we discuss migration to the Vision system for EMIS users in Scotland, focusing on key aspects of preparation. Some advantages of the new hosted environment include automatic backups, improved access to clinical systems across multiple sites, more collaborative working, and the ability to use non-medical prescribing with barcoded scripts. Vision Anywhere provides a secure backup system, and offers offline access to patient records, and can be used for home visits. Preparatory steps for migration include the management of non-DM&D drugs, addressing unissued acute scripts, and understanding the Vision system's "Preferred Pharmacy" approach.

The migration process involves a structured pre-go-live period with data validation, training, and familiarization with the Vision interface and functionality. GPs are encouraged to complete training, utilize the trial system for their practice, and familiarize themselves with system basics. Transferring methods of working can start now, as users understand how they need to use the new system, re-build data entry templates, appointments, recall and messaging systems.

We speak to Dawn Ellis, one of the IT Facilitation Managers working with the NSS GP IT Re-provisioning Team, about how practices, and GPs in particular, can start to approach preparation for migration. We also hear from Dr Mark Kirk, of the Avon Practice in Lanarkshire, which is the first practice to have completed the migration from EMIS to Vision, about how he feels about the move.

By accessing the NSS GP IT practice toolkit and actively engaging in available training resources, GPs can effectively adapt to the new system, ensuring improved efficiency and minimizing potential anxieties associated with this significant change.

Detailed notes from this podcast discussion with Dawn Ellis

NSS GP IT site   EMIS to Vision GP Practice toolkit (only accessible via SWAN)

Process and preparation PPT – detailed overview of process at practice level with overview of Vision  (only accessible via SWAN)

Vision 3 Quick Reference Guide for Clinicians

Cegedim Learning Zone

It will all be alright in the end…

Any feedback or comments are welcome via email: alex.defranco@phs.scot    www.snughealth.org.uk