Based on guidelines from Newham CCG we have set out access criteria:
High Risk Patients are patients with conditions that put them at risk of ulceration or amputation, such as: diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. Patients on anticoagulation therapy and those who are immunocompromised and COPD patients will be a priority for ongoing care, if needed due to the risk stats.
Low Risk Patients are those with no medical conditions or have conditions that are not limb threatening. Patients who are accepted to the service may be discharged to self care following initial assessment or provided with a short course of treatment, depending on their condition. These patients do not qualify for nail cutting service.
Home Visits - We carry out domiciliary visits for patients who are bedbound or who are receiving end of life care, in their own homes or in residential care. Hospital transport if available for those who require additional assistance in travelling to the clinic, the service can be arranged by calling Patient Transport on 0330 041 6767.