Tissue viability service

We are a clinically-led specialist service for patients of all ages with a wide variety of complex wounds, skin problems and vascular problems. We provide specialist advice and care to patients, carers, health care staff and allied health professionals who care for patients with complex wound management needs and those at risk of developing wounds such as pressure damage and leg ulcers.

This service is provided to patients in their own home, hospital settings, care homes, General Practice surgeries and other clinic settings.

We support the organisation with developing and maintaining prevention and treatment strategies for pressure damage, leg ulceration and complex wounds in accordance with local and national policy. We also deliver an extensive education programme in the prevention and care of pressure ulcers, wound and leg ulcer management for nursing and allied health professional staff across hospital and community settings.

On appointment you will be given information about the best treatment for your wounds, including tips about what you can do to help your condition, including tips about what you can do to help your condition, and together with your healthcare professional we will develop a wound care/treatment plan.