SupplyChain Magazine October 2019 | Page 155

MEDICATION ON DEMAND
CLICK TO WATCH : ‘ LEUMIT HEALTH CARE ’ 155 developed a ‘ one-stop-shop ’ model at its clinics . “ You can see the doctor , then if you need something from the laboratory , you can go downstairs and take your blood test or your urine test . If you need an x-ray , you can get one at the same clinic and , as you leave , you can pick up your prescription from the pharmacy ,” explains Zimels . This combination of diverse medical services in one location , and an emphasis on developing personal relationships between patients and medical staff , is the core driver behind Leumit ’ s reputation of having
one of the best standards of care in the country .
Of course , Zimels explains , with a goal like this , the drive to improve and innovate is continuous . In support of improving patient service , Leumit is pursuing three projects as part of its ongoing digital transformation .
MEDICATION ON DEMAND
The project at the front of mind for Zimels and his logistics team is a new initiative through which patients will – in the next few months – be able to begin ordering their prescrip-
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