Continence services are provided by a team of bladder and bowel specialist nurses who have expertise in the care and treatment of bladder, bowel and pelvic health conditions, including pelvic floor dysfunction and incontinence. The service offers information, support and professional advice to patients, healthcare practitioners and carers, with a focus on clinical assessment and personalised care planning and a dignity-first approach. Access is via open referral, with options to self-refer by phone (01773 546868) or email (continence.advisoryservice@nhs.net), or for healthcare professionals to refer via Choose & Book, E-referral via SystmOne, or an online referral form. The service provides clinics across Derbyshire and a home visiting option for housebound or residential care residents. It is open to adults registered with a GP in Derby City and Derbyshire. Areas covered include clinics across the county, with home visits as needed. Core service hours include telephone/e-mail support from 08:00–15:00, Monday to Friday, and clinic appointments/home visits from 09:00–16:30, Monday to Friday. Cost information is not stated on the website.
Categories:
Information and advice
information and advice, derbyshire community health services nhs foundation trust, regional
Who can refer:
Professional referrals only