Wait times for rheumatologists continue to grow

Update: 2025-12-16

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Some rheumatologists are turning down about half the specialist referrals they receive from GPs in order to provide adequate treatment for their existing patients. Ruth Hill reports.

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Wait times for rheumatologists continue to grow

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Wait times for rheumatologists continue to grow

Wait times for rheumatologists continue to grow