Brian Nicholson

Data Quality Manager for Ireland's National Screening Service (BreastCheck & BowelScreen)

[Brian Nicholson @DataQualityMan]

The five dimensions of data quality as defined by HIQA

[Health Services Change Guide @HSEchange_guide]

On Thursday, 18th September, 18 HSE staff from across the country and various services joined the Change Guide in Action virtual session, Working with Resistance to Change. We explored the reasons behind resistance to change and the neuroscience supporting it. We also examined personal responses and readiness for change.
For more see, https://t.co/1UMqxGAv8D

[National Screening Service @NSShse]

You can now see your #BreastCheck appointment on the HSE Health App, if you're a registered user.

There are also quick access links to information about your breast screening.

Read more and download the App today: https://t.co/vZUvHzC7d8

#ChooseScreening

[HSE Technology and Transformation @HSETandT]

1/3 First of three presentations at todays T&T Leadership Programme Final Pitches: First up was Shauneen Mullan who shared her prototype 'Pregnancy and Baby Loss App' designed to offer compassionate support & resources to bereaved parents. #DigitalForCare

[National Screening Service @NSShse]

Our #BreastCheck programme has been awarded re-certification from EUREF.

EUREF's President said it's "a testament to BreastCheck’s continued commitment to excellence and to delivering the highest standards in breast cancer screening."
📖 https://t.co/R4aIVMBmri

#ChooseScreening

[HSE Technology and Transformation @HSETandT]

The "Digital for Care – Transforming Healthcare through Data Standards" conference held on January 15th, 2025 focused on data standardisation, interoperability, digital transformation, and featured key discussions from health and tech leaders.
Read here to find out more➡️https://t.co/NaQxKTtqnN

Keep an eye on our socials for slides and videos from the day, coming soon!

@IrelandSnomed @frthompson @yvonnecoughlan5 @jcwemyss @MccallionDamien

#DigitalForCare #Data4Care #SNOMED

[HSE Technology and Transformation @HSETandT]

Missed the SNOMED CT Expo 2024? Don't worry! 🎥 You can still catch up on! The SNOMED CT Expo 2024 was packed with valuable insights and discussions around the future of health data, clinical terminology, and digital health innovations.
Watch here➡️https://t.co/nnfXFHnadF
#SNOMED
@IrelandSnomed

[HSE Technology and Transformation @HSETandT]

Yesterday, we brought together innovators, experts, and leaders to explore how data standards are transforming healthcare. A huge thank you to all who made it possible—speakers, partners, and our incredible teams.
Stay tuned for session highlights and upcoming webinars.
#Data4Care #Digital4Care #Collaboration #DataStandards

[Brian Nicholson @DataQualityMan]

Benefits of the Dataset Specification Management Process (DSMP)

[HSE Technology and Transformation @HSETandT]

The Data Specification Management Process follows a set of Enterprise Architecture Principles that are integral in the development of datasets Check out the Benefits of the DSMP ⬇️
For more info about DSMP ➡️https://t.co/yqxhW4nDLt
#DSMP #DigitalForCare
@IrelandSnomed @YvonneCoughlan3 @frthompson @MccallionDamien

[Brian Nicholson @DataQualityMan]

Standard 6 (marked as standard 3.2) of HIQA's National Health Information Management Standards specifically relates to Data Quality.

[Brian Nicholson @DataQualityMan]

The 12 National Health Information Management Standards outlined by HIQA (2024)

[Brian Nicholson @DataQualityMan]

The 4 principles underpinning HIQA's National Standards for Health Information Management (2024)

[Brian Nicholson @DataQualityMan]

a SNOMED-CT code is a lot like an Iceberg 🧊. There's a lot going on underneath the surface.

Breakdown of "core needle biopsy of breast using ultrasound guidance":

[Brian Nicholson @DataQualityMan]

Congratulations to Michael Rourke on the win at the Irish Healthcare Awards 2024.

[Irish Healthcare Awards @HealthAwardsIrl]

The Irish Healthcare Awards 2024 winners are now live on our website!
A huge congratulations to all our winners who are raising the bar in patient care and innovation! Thank you everyone for coming and to our sponsors and our charity partner for making this event possible.

[Brian Nicholson @DataQualityMan]

The Importance of Data Quality in Healthcare.

[Brian Nicholson @DataQualityMan]

HIQA's Draft Recommendations on a consent model for the collection, use, and sharing of health information.

[Brian Nicholson @DataQualityMan]

The Need to Reform Ireland's Health Information System.