Stoma and continence prescribing costs are rising by 5% year on year, driven by unwarranted variation, avoidable waste and inconsistent local governance.

This session outlines how a digitally enabled, clinically led system can standardise decision‑making, strengthen formulary adherence and improve stewardship of NHS resources—supporting commissioners to deliver better patient outcomes, reduce variation and improve value in line with the NHS Long Term Plan.

1. Unmet needs for patients and clinicians in stoma and continence care.
2. How new stoma and continence system aligns with the NHS 10 year plan 3 left shifts.
3. How appliance prescription management systems have driven 22% appliance cost savings.