P020  A new complex musculoskeletal clinic combining rheumatology and sport and exercise medicine services

Conclusion This report illustrates the spectrum of diagnoses seen within this unique service, highlighting a role for both Rheumatology and SEM within the same clinic. The low onward referral rate demonstrates appropriate triage and an efficient approach that is appropriate for this cohort of patients. It c ould reduce overall costs and patient journeys. Further work is required to streamline patient pathways, evaluate patient satisfaction and to determine whether the clinic is cost-effective and improves patient pathways.Disclosure J.A. Navarajasegaran: None.J. Betts: None.J. Baldock: None.A. Soni: None.R. Smith: None.
Source: Rheumatology - Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research