Description
In this presentation, Elaine Young outlines the 20-year history and evolution of the National Joint Registry (NJR) for England and Wales. She emphasizes the NJR's development and expansion since its establishment in 2002, highlighting the importance of its governance structure including various committees that facilitate decision-making and communication within the organization. Young mentions the transition from a levy-based funding model to a subscription system, discussing the significance of maintaining data quality as they manage a vast database that now holds approximately 3.7 million records. She underscores NJR's recognition as a global exemplar in the field of implantable medical devices, detailing their collaborative efforts with international partners to set research agendas and improve patient outcomes. Young concludes by hinting at future initiatives, particularly the alignment with NHS England for the development of a comprehensive National Medical Devices Database.
DOI: 10.1302/3114-240747