Table 1.

The nine domains of quality in a headache service (adapted from [6])

Domain A	Diagnostic accuracy: appropriate enquiry; diagnoses according to IHS criteria, documented during the first visit, reviewed during follow-up and supported by diagnostic diaries
Domain B	Individualized management: waiting time tailored to urgency; adequate time allocation; evidence-based treatment plans reflecting diagnosis and disability, with follow-up
Domain C	Availability and utilization of urgent and specialist referral pathways
Domain D	Patient education and reassurance
Domain E	Convenient, clean, comfortable and welcoming service
Domain F	Patient satisfaction
Domain G	Equitable access to care, efficiency of care, cost-controls and avoidance of wastage
Domain H	Outcome measures of symptoms, disability and quality of life
Domain I	Safety of care