Co-Founder and radiologist Dr. Tobias Deutsch on the topic:
In many medical practices and hospitals, administrative intake is one of the most time-consuming processes in everyday operations. Patients have to provide the same information multiple times, forms are entered manually, and information is often available only in an unstructured format.
At the same time, demands are increasing: more patients, more complex treatment processes, and growing documentation requirements. As a result, medical staff spend a significant portion of their working time on organizational tasks.
Digital solutions for patient intake and medical history-taking address exactly this issue. They make it possible to capture information early and in a structured format — even before the actual physician encounter takes place. This creates clearer workflows and better preparation for treatment.
Another important aspect is patient flow management. If relevant information is already available during intake, patients can be prioritized more effectively and assigned to the appropriate treatment pathways. This can reduce waiting times and make workflows more transparent.
Patient expectations are also changing: digital processes, simple data entry, and multilingual communication are increasingly seen as standard.
Especially in heavily burdened healthcare facilities, this can lead to noticeable relief.
Overall, it is becoming clear that the combination of digital intake, structured medical history-taking, and intelligent patient flow management not only simplifies processes, but can also support the quality of care.