Wes Streeting came to see how the Trust’s work on helping patients with musculoskeletal problems is helping to reduce the electives care waiting list, through innovations in orthopaedics in operating theatres, such as the use of robotics, and research.
This includes the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital’s MSK Academy through which it will empower healthcare professionals to provide exceptional patient care for those with musculoskeletal conditions.
The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, said:
“It has been inspiring to see this truly great example of patient care at the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital, which is helping give people back their mobility, independence, and quality of life.
“We want to take the best to the rest and centres like this show how we can combine innovation, skilled staff, and smart management to achieve that.
“The work done here reminds us what a difference the NHS can make in people’s lives.
“This government is committed to putting patients first. The message is simple: we’re turning the corner. Waiting lists are falling, value for money is improving, and the NHS is delivering for patients once again.”
Danielle Oum, Chair of NHS Birmingham and Solihull Integrated Care Board (ICB) and NHS Black Country ICB, said: “We were pleased to welcome the Secretary of State and share how we are working hard to improve access to planned care for local people.
“Elective services play a crucial role in helping patients stay well and independent, particularly through the winter months when demand for NHS services is high.
“While we know there is more to do, close partnership working is helping our system reduce waiting times and make the best use of available capacity.”
