Bishoy Dimitri, chief clinical information officer (CCIO) at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and vice chair of the Digital Health Networks CCIO Advisory Panel, shares insights exclusively with Digital Health News about his career journey, digital priorities, and ambitions for the future.
The journey to Oxford CCIO
Reflecting back on his medical school days, Dimitri developed an interest in healthcare systems beyond clinical medicine. His passion for the NHS and desire to drive change led him to pursue a career path focused on improving healthcare delivery and organizational efficiency.
Starting as a junior doctor, Dimitri’s curiosity for systems change and leadership development led him to his current role as CCIO at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Current digital priorities
Dimitri’s focus at Oxford involves optimizing digital solutions to enhance clinical workflows and patient care. He emphasizes the importance of balancing technological advancement with clinical safety and usability.
Addressing challenges related to the trust’s electronic patient record system and streamlining digital initiatives are key priorities for Dimitri in the coming months.
Digital hopes over the next 12 months
Looking ahead, Dimitri aims to empower patients by providing better access to their health data through the trust’s patient portal and integration with the NHS App. He also plans to enhance data sharing capabilities across regions and systems to improve patient care coordination.
