Diagnostics Collaborative Programme Aim
The Diagnostics Collaborative Programme was launched on 25 April 2006 to support Health Boards achieve the nine-week standard for eight high volume tests in imaging and endoscopy by December 2007.
Diagnostics Collaborative Programme Vision
The vision of the Diagnostics Collaborative is to improve patient and carer experience and satisfaction through improving access to the eight key diagnostic tests where explicit standards have been set across every NHS system in Scotland. The Collaborative will provide the NHS with the tools and techniques to better understand their demand, activity and capacity and therefore make sustainable changes to working practices and care processes.
8 key tests for Imaging and Endoscopy| Radiology | Endoscopy |
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| MRI | Upper Endoscopy |
| CT | Colonoscopy |
| Ultrasound | Cystoscopy |
| Barium Studies | Sigmoidoscopy |
A National Team has been formed, led by the National Programme Manager, Chris Stirling, who can be contacted on 0131 244 2273, 07748 623 283 or Chris Stirling.
The Diagnostics Collaborative Programme Plan outlines the Programme aim, scope, schedule, approach and methodology.