53308 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health

53308 (2025). Hon Dr Ayesha Verrall to the Minister of Health: How many patients, out of all assessed as clinically ready for transplant, have been waiting longer than the recommended timeframe for autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplants, if any, and what is the median wait time for these patients by region?

Hon Simeon Brown: I am advised that the number of patients clinically ready for transplant for autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplant and their median waiting time is not yet available. A digital system that will provide answers to such questions is currently in development as part of our focus on putting patients first and ensuring all New Zealanders have access to timely, quality healthcare.