First visit with this nurse today. What a lovely experience, to be listened to rather than talked at was a breath of fresh air. I feel very confident with the knowledge and advice given. I was not rushed out and was even asked before I left if I needed anything else and to book back in if I had any more worries or concerns as it’s always better to be seen and checked. Was an all round lovely experience with a lovely nurse.
Nurse Karen was a delightful person which put me at ease from the start answering all my questions clearly . She also gave a much better insight of the products available to me. Thank Karen
Karen gave me the best advice I’ve ever received about how to manage my stoma. She knew the exact products that I needed to manage a complex stoma.
She taught me exactly how to use these products. This has helped massively, especially with my confidence in leaving my home. Prior to this I had not been out of the house.
Karen is very understanding, shows empathy and great knowledge about stoma care.
Thank you!
I don't think anything could be improved. Karen is efficient, friendly and knowledgeable. She had answers for all my problems.
Karen listened to totally everything I stated what was going off with my ileostomy stoma with hernia underneath n was so so helpful she is a1 class well n truly recommend Karen lovely thoughtful lady wish more was like Karen was a total pleasure to have this lady visit me was so greatful to her in every way brilliant lady thanks so much Karen .

Mrs Karen Totty was awarded the iWantGreatCare certificate of excellence in 2025 for delivering outstanding care.
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