Review waiting times for diagnosis and treatment of IBD

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Review waiting times for diagnosis and treatment of IBD

Petition Details

The government should conduct a review with the aim of streamlining the diagnostic and treatment pathways for suspected IBD cases.

Additional Information

Here are actionable steps that can be taken:

Ensure more specialists available in gastro departments to reduce waiting times for initial consultations.

Invest in the expansion of diagnostic facilities & staff training to expedite procedures eg colonoscopies/imaging.

Introduce priority triage system for patients with suspected IBD to ensure fast-tracked diagnostic & treatment processes for most at risk.

Equip General Practitioners with better resources & training to recognize IBD symptoms early.

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