The development of a nurse-led complex wound clinic
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The development of a nurse-led complex wound clinic

Mark Collier Lead nurse/consultant, Tissue viability, Pilgrim Hospital, United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust, Boston, Lincolnshire
Kathy Radley Clinical nurse specialist, Dermatology, Pilgrim Hospital, United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust, Boston, Lincolnshire

This article describes the development of a nurse-led complex wound clinic in Lincolnshire in April 2003, and describes one patient’s experience of the service. It also explores the benefits of collaborative initiatives that have the potential to improve patient outcomes.

Nursing Standard. 19, 32, 74-84. doi: 10.7748/ns2005.04.19.32.74.c3850

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mark.collier@ulh.nhs.uk

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