Diabetes Specialist Nursing Service – Newham is a service run by East London NHS Foundation Trust that provides a comprehensive range of diabetes care and education for residents of Newham. The service also supports patients who are at risk of developing diabetes (pre-diabetes) and those already diagnosed with diabetes, helping them understand and manage their condition and promoting self-management. The team delivers education and clinical support across Newham and within ELFT inpatient mental health settings as needed.
What the service offers:
• Education and support for people at risk of diabetes (pre-diabetes) and those living with diabetes
• Clinical input to help people understand their condition and manage it effectively
• Coordination with other diabetes-related and general health services as required
Who can refer:
• The service accepts referrals for children (0-16 years) and adults (25 years and above).
How to refer:
• Referrals are to be made via the patient’s GP using the appropriate referral forms. For urgent referrals, please telephone the service.
Where and when:
• Address: Shrewsbury Road Health Centre, 306 Shrewsbury Road, London, E7 8QP, United Kingdom
• Opening hours: 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday
• Email: Newham.Pbs@nhs.net
• Telephone: 0207 909 3624
Areas covered:
• Newham, with services also accessible across ELFT inpatient mental health settings as required
Cost information:
• Cost information is not stated on the website.
Categories:
Information and advice
Managing a long-term health condition
Service access criteria:
GP referrals via appropriate referral forms; urgent referrals by telephone (0207 909 3624).
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Who can refer:
Professional referrals only