Title: Optimisation of the forensic psychiatry care chain in the Netherlands by information sharing

Authors: T.S.M. (Maartje) Van Der Velde

Addresses: Radboud University Nijmegen, Nijmegen, The Netherlands

Abstract: Purpose - The article discusses how information sharing can contribute to the optimisation of the forensic psychiatry care chain. Approach - The author argues that similarities can be found between supply chain management approaches and forensic psychiatry care. For a case study, 25 representatives have been interviewed. Outcomes are supported with a literature review. Findings - The biggest gain from information sharing can be obtained in the area of treatment duration forecasting, classification of sub-groups and treatment paths. Research limitations - The article is largely conceptual, where ideas are presented to stimulate discussion rather than prove arguments. Paper type - Viewpoint

Keywords: mentally ill offenders; mental illness; TBS; terbeschikkingstelling van de staat; Netherlands; Holland; medical placements; hospital orders; treatment measures; serious offences; psychiatric illness; psychiatric disorders; forensic psychiatry; care chains; information sharing; SCM; supply chain management; incorrect placements; psychiatric care; treatment duration; forecasting; sub-groups classification; treatment paths; healthcare management.

DOI: 10.1504/IJHTM.2012.048952

International Journal of Healthcare Technology and Management, 2012 Vol.13 No.1/2/3, pp.139 - 156

Accepted: 18 Jan 2012
Published online: 15 Nov 2014 *

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