Articles tagged with Diagnostic Procedure
Health New Zealand's $65M Plan to Slash Diagnostic Wait Times by 75,000 Procedures
1 month ago | 217 viewsHealth New Zealand's $65 million Diagnostic Improvement Plan aims to reduce wait times for critical diagnostic procedures like MRI scans and colonoscopies, with an additional 75,000 procedures to be delivered this year. The initiative, supported by targeted workforce growth, will expand access, reduce delays, and improve patient outcomes by ensuring timely diagnosis and treatment. The investment will increase in-house delivery and outsourcing of diagnostic services, complementing the $30 million investment in community-referred radiology to streamline patient access and alleviate pressure on hospitals.
Tags: Health Minister Simeon Brown Health New Zealand diagnostic procedures MRI scans colonoscopies colposcopies radiology procedures cardiac tests workforce growthNew Outpatient Hysteroscopy Service at North Shore Hospital Enhances Women's Diagnostic Pathway
3 months ago | 1002 viewsA new outpatient hysteroscopy service at North Shore Hospital combines specialist assessments and diagnostic procedures in a single visit, reducing delays and stress for women. This streamlined approach allows women to have both assessment and procedure in one appointment, leading to fewer hospital visits and quicker diagnoses, especially for those with suspected cancer. The initiative aims to improve the quality and timeliness of care for women undergoing gynaecological investigations and supports faster cancer treatment targets by expediting diagnosis and treatment initiation.
Tags: Simeon Brown Health Minister outpatient hysteroscopy service North Shore Hospital women diagnosis specialist assessment diagnostic procedure cancer treatment