The Covid-19 pandemic meant that some operations and procedures were postponed or delayed. While hospitals are working hard to reduce the backlog, unfortunately patients are currently facing longer wait times.
If you, or someone you care for, is waiting for treatment or a procedure, we recognise that this is difficult. NHS staff are working hard to get everyone seen as quickly as possible. Hospitals are currently prioritising people with the highest clinical need, and who have been waiting the longest.
We understand the wait might be stressful, especially if your condition is causing you pain, or stopping you from carrying out day-to-day activities and that you may have concerns. That is why the North East London Planned Care Team have created a website with lots of useful information to help you manage your health and wellbeing while you wait for your treatment or procedure.
The website aims to: