Pilot study completed in 1995, since then routine services being provided.  UPDATE FEBRUARY 2004:  We have, over the years, researched and developed a number of novel services by an innovative Team from various disciplines. These included conventional communication channels such as the telephone, for routine follow up of outpatients with considerable benefits to patients and the Trust alike.  More recently we have exploited newer IT such as the internet for cyber clinic and e-mail facilities in rheumatology  and also mobile telephone technology. These innovations and others from our team have been recognised nationally by a number of nominations and awards, and also Peer Review commendations.
