New optimal pathways of care available for services for people affected by neurological conditions
22 June 2023
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Posted by: Katie Hall
New optimal clinical pathways of care have been developed across a range of neurological conditions, including movement disorders, headache and facial pain, traumatic brain injury and functional neurological disorders. The optimal clinical pathways, developed by clinicians (including neurologists) patient groups and people affected by neurological conditions, and endorsed by the Association of British Neurologists (ABN), set out what good treatment, care and support looks and feels like.
Pathways intended to be inspirational
The pathways of care are intended to be aspirational, recognising that implementation will vary across the country. The pathways were primarily developed in England, although the elements of care identified apply across the UK, even if the commissioning and provider levers differ.
The suite of pathways have been developed by the neurological community, with the support of NHS England and the National Neurosciences Advisory Group (NNAG). NNAG was founded in 2016, and brought together all the different people and organisations that need to work collaboratively to achieve improvement in services for people with neurological conditions. NNAG wound down at the end of 2022 in light of changes to the commissioning and clinical leadership landscape in England. The development of this pathway was overseen by NNAG, with input from professional bodies and patient organisations. A 6 week public consultation was held to gather input, views and experience from people affected by neurological conditions and wider stakeholders. What nextThe pathways can be used to improve local services to meet the needs of the population and deliver efficiency savings across the system. We urge anyone with an interest in improving neurology services to use the pathway and help improve care. You can find them here: https://www.nnag.org.uk/optimum-clinical-pathways |
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