The move signifies a major step forward in the shared vision to implement a single EPR across Devon, and by investing in a system from the same supplier, the three acute NHS trusts in Devon will be making the most of digital advances.

Professor Adrian Harris, chief medical officer at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and senior responsible officer for the One Devon EPR programme, said: ‘Collaborating across Devon will help us to embed change on a wider scale and make Epic as effective as possible for local people and communities.'

Mr Simeon Brundell, chief clinical information officer for University Hospitals Plymouth, added: ‘We know from the work we have previously done on our pathways, across Devon, that using multiple clinical systems and paper records is challenging for our staff and presents issues for patients accessing our services. By streamlining our digital processes into one programme, we will enable our staff to focus on decision making supported by accurate and timely information, as well as patient care.'

Dr Michael Green, chief clinical information officer for Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust, added: ‘The EPR will support our transition into digitally led organisations. It will transform how we work, allow us to quickly and securely share patient information and facilitate the adoption of standardised clinical, operational, and administrative pathways to deliver the best possible care for our patients.'

All three trusts are working with Epic towards a planned go live date for Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust in spring 2026, with University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust following in summer 2026.