District Nursing Service
We provide a nurse led comprehensive service for patients with type 2 diabetes supporting patients to achieve glycaemic control.
- About Us
The service aims to provide high quality information and advice for newly diagnosed patients with a DESMOND programme, insulin initiation and titration and ongoing review.
We also provide help and support for primary care health care professionals caring for diabetic patients.
We work collaboratively with the Diabetic Medicine Team and our Podiatry team.
- Referral form for professionals
- Contact Details
The service is provided from clinical locations across the district, nursing and residential homes and home visits where appropriate.
Nurses are based in the Long-Term Conditions Suite at:
Wigan Health Centre
Boston House
Frog Lane
Wigan
WN6 7LBTel 01942 482234
Fax 01942 482257
