Review waiting times for diagnosis and treatment of IBD
The government should conduct a review with the aim of streamlining the diagnostic and treatment pathways for suspected IBD cases.
Signatures
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signatures
Government response threshold (10,000) · 19/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 19/100,000
- 13 APR 2026Petition opened for signaturesCreated by Julie Everitt
Background
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.