临沂家门口的智慧中药房 让群众“药”事不再难

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of the smart centralized decoction room in Linyi City aims to address common issues faced by patients in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) services, such as long wait times for medication, inconsistent quality in decoction, and accessibility challenges in remote areas, by leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and convenience in TCM services [1][5]. Group 1: Technology Integration - The smart decoction room is equipped with over 240 intelligent decoction machines and 80 automatic packaging machines, supporting a fully digital and automated process for prescription handling and medication preparation [1]. - The automated dispensing system integrates smart storage, precise weighing, and automatic sorting, eliminating human error in medication preparation and ensuring accurate dosage and tracking of each herbal ingredient [3]. Group 2: Quality Control and Traceability - A strict procurement standard and a comprehensive quality traceability system have been established, allowing for precise control over critical parameters such as soaking time, decoction temperature, and liquid concentration throughout the preparation process [3]. - Each step in the medication preparation process is documented and traceable, ensuring the stability and reliability of the therapeutic effects of the TCM products [3]. Group 3: Collaboration and Accessibility - The smart decoction room has partnered with over 60 medical institutions within the province, facilitating unified procurement and storage of TCM ingredients, which significantly reduces medication costs and promotes resource sharing [5]. - A home delivery service has been introduced to address patient concerns about long wait times for medication, ensuring that prescriptions made in the morning can be delivered by the afternoon, enhancing convenience for patients [5].