Ealing residents waiting to access pelvic health care in the borough are now getting care much quicker.
According to West London NHS Trust, the average waiting time has been cut by more than half, from 52 weeks to 23 weeks, and the number of people waiting for care has been reduced from over 400 to around 200.
The Trust says a project led by its physiotherapists has helped improve the service and reduce delays.
Patients can now access “Wait Well” group sessions and classes after they get a referral rather than having to wait until their first appointment.
West London NHS Trust added that the improved service for patients has helped to stop conditions from getting worse and reducing the need for surgery later.
Jilsa Dennis, project lead, said: “We know that if patients are cared for sooner, they recover more quickly and the risk of their condition worsening is reduced. By focusing on how we use our time and supporting patients earlier, we have been able to improve access and overall experience across our pelvic health service.”
