Roscommon University Hospital Endoscopy Unit Awarded Prestigious JAG Accreditation Once Again

The Endoscopy Unit at Roscommon University Hospital has once again been awarded JAG accreditation through the UK-based accreditation programme for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

The Joint Advisory Group on GI Endoscopy (JAG) accreditation is widely recognised as one of the most innovative quality assurance programmes in the healthcare sector. It emphasises a model of care that is both patient-centred and workforce-focused, ensuring excellence in clinical practice, safety, and patient experience.

Accreditation through JAG is a prestigious achievement that demonstrates the unit’s ongoing commitment to the highest standards of care. Services that achieve accreditation are granted the JAG quality mark, which must be maintained through annual reviews for four consecutive years, with a full reaccreditation assessment taking place in the fifth year.

Roscommon University Hospital has consistently upheld these standards, proudly maintaining JAG accreditation since 2012. This accomplishment reflects the dedication, expertise, and teamwork of the Endoscopy Unit’s staff in delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care to patients.

During the recent assessment, the JAG assessors were highly complimentary of the service, describing the staff as “a very passionate and proud team with great energy who manage patients very well,” with “very good governance and leadership,” and “very open, friendly and approachable.” The assessors also shared comments from patients they had contacted directly. These included: “Unbelievable, I can’t believe this facility is in our community. The staff were friendly, kind and compassionate.” “I don’t normally provide feedback, but I was very impressed.” “They were brilliant, the best hospital I have ever experienced.”

Clinical Lead for Endoscopy Services at the hospital Mr Mohamed Eldin, Consultant Surgeon said, “We are delighted to once again achieve JAG accreditation, which is a testament to the hard work and commitment of our entire team. Our priority is always to provide safe, high-quality care to every patient who comes through our service, and it is very rewarding to see this recognised through both the accreditation process and the feedback from our patients.”

Commenting on the achievement, Marie Doorly, Interim Hospital Manager said, "We are delighted to have once again achieved JAG accreditation. This recognition is a testament to the commitment of our staff, who work tirelessly to provide patients with the highest quality of care in a safe and supportive environment."