Agilio Software Acquires GP Patient Engagement Solutions Provider iatro

Agilio Software Acquires GP Patient Engagement Solutions Provider iatro

The leading healthcare operations technology provider, Agilio Software, has enhanced its patient engagement software offering with the acquisition of iatro. Since its launch in 2019, iatro has rapidly grown into an award-winning, go-to solution for primary care organisations by providing simple, patient-facing digital solutions for NHS organisations including Integrated Care Boards, Primary Care Networks and…

Critical IT Disaster Recovery Steps to Reduce Dangerous Downtime in Healthcare

Critical IT Disaster Recovery Steps to Reduce Dangerous Downtime in Healthcare

In the rapidly advancing landscape of healthcare, where technology plays a pivotal role in patient care, diagnosis, and record management, the importance of maintaining a robust IT disaster recovery plan cannot be overstated. Healthcare institutions heavily rely on their digital infrastructure to ensure seamless operations and patient safety.  The potential consequences of IT downtime in…

Banish the Band-Aid: The Realities of Accessibility Buttons

Banish the Band-Aid: The Realities of Accessibility Buttons

The Lure of the ‘Easy Fix’ In an increasingly digital world, ensuring your GP Practice website is accessible to all users is a must. Enter accessibility overlays, often touted as an easy and quick fix for website accessibility issues. But hold your horses! Before you jump on the overlay bandwagon, it’s essential to dig a…

PDF Pandemonium: Why Your GP Practice Website Should Ditch the Docs

PDF Pandemonium: Why Your GP Practice Website Should Ditch the Docs

Breaking Free from PDFs for a More Accessible and User-Friendly Online Experience PDFs. We’ve all downloaded them, scrolled through them, and perhaps even cursed them. In the world of GP Practice websites, they are a common sight. But despite their prevalence, PDFs might not be the best solution for your website. As the digital landscape…

Drop-in Comms Clinic: Creating a highly usable, accessible website for patients

Drop-in Comms Clinic: Creating a highly usable, accessible website for patients

🫤 CQC heads straight for them… 😬 CAP funding depends on them… 🫣 Over half of your patients are visiting them… Websites are back at the top of to-do lists for most GP practices and PCNs. Not just because they need to be usable and accessible, but because there’s a lot of work that needs…

LGBT Pride Month: Enhancing Practice Websites for LGBTQ+ Inclusivity and RCGP’s Pride in Practice Campaign

LGBT Pride Month: Enhancing Practice Websites for LGBTQ+ Inclusivity and RCGP’s Pride in Practice Campaign

June is upon us, and with it comes the colourful and empowering celebration of LGBT Pride Month. This month reminds us of the importance of inclusivity, acceptance, and the equal rights of all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation. LGBT+ individuals consistently face significantly poorer health outcomes and healthcare experiences compared to others. For those in…

Top Phishing Scams Used to Attack Healthcare Organisations

Top Phishing Scams Used to Attack Healthcare Organisations

In today’s digital age, healthcare organisations face numerous cybersecurity threats, with phishing scams being one of the most prevalent and concerning. Phishing is a malicious technique cybercriminals use to deceive individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, financial details, or personal data.  The healthcare industry, with its vast amount of valuable patient information, has…

Patient-Friendly Design: Why Popups Shouldn’t Make an Appearance on Your NHS GP Practice Website

Patient-Friendly Design: Why Popups Shouldn’t Make an Appearance on Your NHS GP Practice Website

When it comes to designing an exceptional NHS GP practice website, prioritising patient experience is paramount. While popups may seem like a popular marketing tool, they can often hinder a smooth and seamless browsing experience for your patients. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the reasons why using popups on your GP practice website…

The Importance of Managed Services in Empowering Healthcare Organisations

The Importance of Managed Services in Empowering Healthcare Organisations

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, it has become increasingly challenging for healthcare organisations to maintain a reliable and secure IT infrastructure. With the growing demands of patient care, the need for innovative healthcare solutions has never been more critical.  The healthcare industry faces challenges such as compliance, security, and patient data privacy. They require…

Taming your Digital Demand: Navigating the Surge of Online Demand in Your NHS GP Practice

Taming your Digital Demand: Navigating the Surge of Online Demand in Your NHS GP Practice

As more patients turn to the internet for information and services, NHS GP Practices are faced with the challenge of managing this surge in digital demand. The good news is that with the right tools and strategies, you can create a seamless and efficient online experience for your patients. In this blog post, we’ll explore…

How Often Should I Update My Practice Website?

How Often Should I Update My Practice Website?

Regular updates to your practice website not only ensures that your patients have access to the most recent information but also contribute to better user experience and search engine visibility. In this article, we’ll delve into the optimal update frequency for various aspects of your NHS GP Practice website, helping you maintain a well-rounded, reliable…

iatro selected to deliver new Primary Care portal throughout North East London

iatro selected to deliver new Primary Care portal throughout North East London

Iatro have been chosen to supply an intranet for primary care organisations across North East London (NEL) as part of the NEL Digital First programme, which is supporting projects to transform primary care through the implementation, understanding and improvement of digital tools within general practice. Previously, North East London ICB were using a variety of intranets to…

Introducing Our AI Writing Assistant: Streamlining Content Creation for NHS GP Practices

Introducing Our AI Writing Assistant: Streamlining Content Creation for NHS GP Practices

Enhance Your Practice’s Digital Presence with Our Innovative AI-Powered Feature At iatro, we understand the importance of maintaining a strong digital presence for your NHS GP Practice. Engaging, informative, and up-to-date content is essential for attracting new patients, retaining existing ones, and fostering trust in your practice. However, we know that creating and managing website…

iatro founder joins Yorkshire Insider’s acclaimed 42 under 42 list

iatro founder joins Yorkshire Insider’s acclaimed 42 under 42 list

Thomas Porteus, founder and CEO of iatro, has been added to this years prestigious 42 under 42 list. The list, which is sponsored by Brewin Dolphin, Schofield Sweeney and Sentio Partners, profiles the region’s top business leaders and entrepreneurs under 42 years of age.  It was created when the magazine recognised that the average age of…

QRISK®3 comes to OneContact

QRISK®3 comes to OneContact

Primary Care IT and iatro are pleased to announce the integration ofQRISK®3 calculation within the OneContact platform OneContact is an NHS Approved (DFOCVC) Online Consultation and Clinical Workflow platform, which allows practices to shape and manage digital demand. Through our collaboration with the team behind QRISK®3, OneContact now offers a seamless and effortless way for clinicians to calculate QRISK®3 scores using…