Decade‑long wait for specialist NHS rheumatology referral from Wales to England reported

Years-long delays for patients in Wales due to lack of specialist doctors

Research from Swansea University has highlighted critical gaps in care for rheumatology patients in Wales, including a shortage of key diagnostic services, delayed referrals and limited access to out-of-area specialists.

Decade‑long wait for specialist NHS rheumatology referral from Wales to England reported

New research from Swansea University has identified significant delays and diagnostic barriers affecting rheumatology patients in Wales. The study is published in the Journal of Patient Experience.