Nothing could be improved, I was listened to and supported to help heal a broken area round my stoma! Very helpful and plenty of reassurance given!!
Karen did everything she could to help by suggesting alternative ways to ease the discomfort I am experiencing.
As already described
Video consultation was very convenient
Very friendly, was listened to ,was also asked if I was OK about the advice she gave to me .Service was very good this is the 2nd time I've been seen by ANurse from Nams and each time I have found them go be Help full and friendly I would recommend Namz to anyone
Specialises in
- Stoma Care
Qualifications:
- Adult Nurse, Level 1
- General Nurse, Level 2
- Nurse Independent/Supplementary Prescriber
Profile
Karen Totty is a Stoma Specialist Nurse who has worked in the NHS and private sector since qualifying as a State Enrolled nurse in 1986 and then a Registered General Nurse in 1989. During this time Karen has developed a vast wealth of knowledge and skills within the Colorectal Surgical Speciality.
Karen began her Stoma career in 2001 as a Colorectal/Stoma Specialist Nurse, at the Northern General Hospital in Sheffield. In 2007 she ventured out into the community as a Stoma Specialist Nurse working for Wilkinson Healthcare and then Fittleworth Medical. In November 2023, Karen moved over to the Nottingham Appliance Management Service (NAMS), as a Stoma Specialist Nurse and Prescriber. She works closely with NHS Specialist Stoma Nurses and other Health Professionals to provide individualised care and support to patients using the NAMS Service.
In her free time Karen is a keen gardener and enjoys spending time with her family, going for walks and travelling at home and abroad.
Resources
Short link to review Mrs Karen Totty: http://iwgc.net/eonx6