Voluntary Assisted Dying Information Management System 

Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) has been one of the most significant social reforms across Australia in recent years. Svitla has partnered with South Australia to support the effective management and supervision of this complex and sensitive reform.  

Since January 31, 2023, Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) has been available in South Australia as a legal end-of-life option, ensuring access to eligible individuals to choose the timing and manner of their death, after following the steps set out in South Australian law.  

Svitla worked closely with key policy and project stakeholders within SA Health to understand their unique issues and requirements for the SA VAD approach, and to get the balance right between implementing our proven system and bespoke SA requirements.  

Svitla’s Voluntary Assisted Dying Information Management System (VAD-IMS) application is a secure solution designed to help practitioners and pharmacists comply with VAD regulations. It streamlines processes, such as making first requests, completing assessments, submitting documentation, and verifying eligibility. Additionally, it facilitates written declarations, manages patient final requests, and assists with final reviews and practitioner certification statements.  

The solution enables practitioners, executives, and other authorized personnel to be guided through and complete the activities needed to meet legal requirements and facilitate patient access. This tailored system, developed to support the new law, is highly secure and maintains confidentiality across multiple, complex workflows and processes.  

VAD-IMS also efficiently handles medication permit details, including patient preferences, pharmacist involvement, and supplier information. The system supports various roles, including medical practitioners, care navigators, and pharmacists, by providing tailored permissions. Developed by a team experienced in implementing the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act, VAD-IMS includes video-based training covering each core aspect of the solution.