A guide to healthcare maintenance for the patient with inflammatory bowel disease.

Healthcare maintenance plays a vital role in the long-term management of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), particularly those receiving immunosuppressive therapies. This review emphasizes the importance of maintaining up-to-date vaccinations, regular bone and mental health assessments, and appropriate cancer screening in this population. It also highlights the added complexity of preventive care in immunosuppressed patients, outlining specific modifications to vaccination and screening strategies required to ensure safe and effective disease management. Gastroenterologists and other clinicians involved in IBD care should remain familiar with current guidelines and consistently integrate preventive health measures into routine clinical practice.