Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Gastroenterology and hepatology diagnose, treat and prevent conditions of the:

  • digestive tract
  • liver
  • pancreas

This includes both acute conditions and a wide range of long-term conditions.

The National Clinical Programme for Gastroenterology and Hepatology (NCPG&H) aims to provide high quality, fair and well planned care to everyone.

The programme was established together with the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland. It reports to the National Clinical Advisor and Group Lead for Acute Operations.

Objectives

The programme works to improve the quality of patient care delivered to all HSE patients.

It aims to:

  • develop a patient-centred model of care
  • develop clinical pathways for access to diagnosis and treatment of gastroenterology and hepatology related illness
  • create guidelines for gastroenterology and hepatology services
  • provide access to safe and proper services for patients
  • make a better use of healthcare resources