About this service

Heart failure nurse specialists provide the management of chronic heart failure, including medication optimisation and symptom management based on best evidence and guidelines. It includes education around self-management and recognising early signs or symptoms of heart failure or when to seek additional support or advice. We aim to promote a good quality of life and avoid hospital admissions.

 

 

Who is it for?

This service is for all adults with a confirmed diagnosis of heart failure through a recent echocardiogram.

 

 

Who will I see?

Heart failure nurse specialists and a health care assistant will carry out assessments, and review your condition. We work closely with GPs, cardiologists and other community services.

 

 

Where is this service provided?

We offer clinic appointments and visit patients, who are housebound, at their home.

 

 

Contact Details

The heart failure team operates from Walton Community Hospital

To contact the team:

  • Telephone: 01483 362 598
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Referral Information

To make a referral, please use our Single Point of Access (SPA), which operates between 8am and 6pm Monday to Friday.

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Telephone: 0330 726 0333

The following people can refer:

  • general practitioners
  • social services
  • consultants
  • other healthcare professionals

docxSPA Referral Form