Using the impact assessment tool on a case study

8 Maggio 2013

James Glover, Head of Equality & DiversityNHS Lothian, Scotland

Using the tool on an exampleProposal 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

Case study

• What will the impacts be on disadvantaged groups?

• Taking action: What steps might you take to address these impacts?

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