Ostomy Service | Waitematā

North Shore, Takapuna

Contact Details

Phone (09) 486 8945 ext 43222 (8.00am - 4.30pm; Monday to Friday)
Email OlderAdultsHomeHealth@Waitematadhb.govt.nz (for referrals)

Please telephone the Referral Screener on the above number for all requests, information and advice.

Street Address

Takapuna
Auckland
Auckland 0622

Postal Address

Ostomy Nurse Specialists
Community & Administration Service
Te Whatu Ora - Waitematā
PO Box 93 503
Takapuna
North Shore 0740

Description

The Ostomy Nurse Specialist assists in the assessment, care and management of patients following stoma surgery, including home visits and provision of supplies. This service is part of the District Nursing Service and links with clinicians such as colorectal surgeons and clinical nurse specialists and other members of the community multidisciplinary team.

The service also provides:

  • Pre-operative education and stoma siting
  • Post-operative follow-up, education, support, appliance advice and supply provision
  • Annual review, or as required
  • Ongoing problem solving and support.

Referral Expectations

In accordance with the service specifications provided by the Funder, and with the patient’s permission, referrals will be accepted from:

  • Self, family, caregivers, health professionals, GPs, hospital staff and specialists.

 

Entry Criteria

All patients who have a condition resulting in the formation of a stoma and who require care, support and supplies to function normally in a community setting, will be referred to the service.

 

Please telephone the Referral Screener for all requests, information and advice:
Phone: (09) 486 8945 ext 43222 (8.00am - 4.30pm; Monday to Friday)
Email:  OlderAdultsHomeHealth@Waitematadhb.govt.nz (for referrals)

Region

North Auckland, West Auckland

Website

www.waitematadhb.govt.nz/

https://healthpoint.co.nz./public/older-peoples-health/ostomy-service-waitemata/