Our endoscopy teams have once again received full JAG (Joint Advisory Group on GI Endoscopy) accreditation, following a rigorous review earlier this year that explored all aspects of the service. 

JAG accreditation is awarded to high-quality gastrointestinal endoscopy services and promotes improvement by highlighting areas of best practice, areas for change and encouraging the continued development of the clinical service. The scheme is regarded as one of the most innovative and effective in the healthcare sector and has been used as a model for other similar schemes in the UK and overseas. 

Endoscopy Clinical Operations Manager, Joanne Priston, said: "We are incredibly proud to have achieved JAG accreditation, which is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire Endoscopy team. Gaining JAG accreditation reflects our commitment to continuous improvement and excellence, and every member of staff has contributed to this success. Most importantly, it provides assurance to our patients that they are receiving high-quality endoscopy services from a team that is committed to delivering the very best care."

To be JAG accredited, the units must follow a set of standards that cover all aspects of a high-quality clinical service and are organised into four core components:

• Clinical quality: Encompassing the service’s role in safe and effective diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management. Key to this is the service infrastructure including leadership and governance
• Patient experience: This is about the service’s role in providing efficient and patient-centred care, which includes reviewing waiting times, facilities and the environment
• Workforce: Focuses on effective training and support for colleagues, including the recruitment, retention and continued professional development of team members
• Training: The training domain reviews the support and development of trainee endoscopists, including appraisal and competencies.