The nursing team are specialists in the nursing care of complex colorectal problems and have thus developed a unique partnership with patients. Members of the nursing teams follow the progress of patients from their first contact as outpatients through their investigations, surgical intervention and medical treatment, with emphasis on the patient's psycho-social needs. The partnership often extends beyond the hospital admission, with the focus on helping the patient to adjust to the changes in their lives and altered health state.
Many of the nurses are recognised as national and international experts and have written and published widely. In addition to experienced out-patient and ward nursing staff areas covered by clinical nurse specialists include.