Specialist Link services were developed to help improve communication and collaboration between primary and specialty care. They also improve access and have resulted in shorter wait times for specialists, a reduction in unnecessary specialty visits and large cost-savings.
At-a-glance 'by the numbers' reports highlighting the use and impact of Specialist Link services are available below. You can also click on the images below - or scroll down to the list at the bottom of the page - to download the PDF for ease of review.
2023-24 By the numbers
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2022-23: By the numbers
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2021-22: By the numbers
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2020-21: By the numbers
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Full 2020-21 report
2019-20: By the numbers
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Full 2019-20 report
2018-19: By the numbers
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Full 2018-19 report
2017-18: By the numbers
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Spring 2017: By the numbers
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