In Autumn 2024, NRAS conducted a Survey of people with Inflammatory Arthritis (IA) across Wales, collecting data about the patient experience of accessing rheumatology services in 2024.
NRAS launched the report on 22nd April 2025 when Peter Foxton, CEO of NRAS, hosted a live webinar discussing the results together with a discussion of how we can improve the patient experience for people living with Inflammatory Arthritis in Wales. He was joined by Ailsa Bosworth, National Patient Champion, Sadé Asker, Senior Policy Officer and Dr Ceril Rhys-Dillon, Consultant Rheumatologist and Clinical Lead for the Rheumatology Clinical Implementation Network in Wales.
The results of the survey outline a concerning picture for those receiving care in Wales, with little changing since our previous survey back in 2016. There is a clear path of steps to improve and we will continue to work with health professionals in Wales to improve access and services for people with RA.
To access a recording of the webinar and download a copy of the report in English and Welsh, please visit NRAS’s Welsh Rheumatology Survey page.