Neurology Specialist Practitioner Service
Our Neurology Specialist Practitioner Service provides expert support and care for people living with neurological conditions. We work closely with patients, families and caregivers to help manage symptoms, improve quality of life and offer guidance in line with national guidelines.
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Meet Our Team
Our team includes neurology specialist practitioners working closely with consultant neurologists and multidisciplinary colleagues.
For more information about our Neurology Specialist Practitioner Service, please contact us. We are here to support you and your family every step of the way.
Contact Information
Appointment queries
Tel: 0300 422 4500
Monday to Thursday 08:30am to 4.30pm, Fridays 08:00am to 4:00pm
Epilepsy
We support patients with epilepsy by offering advice and support to self-manage their epilepsy and make informed choices about:
- Medication management
- Seizure control
- Safety and first aid
- Cognition
- Reproductive health and pregnancy
Our aim is to help reduce seizures, improve wellbeing, and provide guidance for both patients and caregivers.
We follow National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidance to ensure best care practices are in place.
We run clinics at Gloucester and Cheltenham hospitals and offer remote appointments.
Contact Information
UK Support Charities
Epilepsy Society
Website: https://epilepsysociety.org.uk
Epilepsy Action
Website: https://www.epilepsy.org.uk
SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy) Action
Website: https://sudep.org
Parkinson’s Disease
Our team supports people living with Parkinson’s by helping with medication routines, mobility and daily living challenges. We work with you to manage symptoms such as tremors, stiffness and changes in movement. We use NICE recommendations to guide care and support. You can expect a consultation with a specialist practitioner or Neurology or Care of the Elderly Consultant at least once a year. We run clinics in most community hospitals throughout the county and home visits for those who are housebound.
Contact information
Parkinson Team
Tel: 0300 4226610
Email: ghn-tr.parkinsonsteam@nhs.net
Monday to Friday 08.00am to 4.00pm
UK Support Charity
Parkinson’s UK
Website: https://www.parkinsons.org.uk
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
We help patients access the right treatments and support services. We provide support for people with MS, including;
- Providing information about what MS is
- Reviewing MS symptoms and suggesting treatment options
- Referring to other services such as physiotherapists (PT), occupational therapists (OT), dietitians, psychological support, continence (bladder and bowel) nurses and speech and language therapists (SALT)
- Providing medications such as disease modifying therapies (DMTs)
- Family planning and pregnancy information
Our care follows current national guidance to ensure patients receive safe and effective treatment.
We run clinics in Gloucester and Cheltenham and home visits for people in Gloucestershire who are housebound. We also offer remote consultations by telephone.
We usually review your MS and associated treatments every 6 or 12 months, but this can be adapted to your needs.
Contact information
MS Team
Tel: 0300 422 6404
Email: ghn-tr.msteamglos@nhs.net
Monday to Friday 08.00am to 4.00pm (excluding bank holidays)
We aim to respond to you within 2 working days
UK Support Charities
MS Society
Website: https://www.mssociety.org.uk
MS Trust
Website: https://mstrust.org.uk/
MS-UK
Website: https://ms-uk.org
Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
Our practitioners offer compassionate care for people with MND in Gloucestershire, focusing on nutrition, breathing support and maintaining quality of life.
We also have close links with the palliative care team to help manage symptoms, promote comfort and ensure dignity throughout the course of the illness.
We work closely with families and caregivers to plan ongoing care in line with NICE recommendations and signpost to local services where needed.
We review patients at home and clinics in Gloucestershire.
Contact information
Gloucester MND Team
Tel: 0300 422 6404
Email: ghn-tr.glosmnd@nhs.net
Monday to Friday 08.00am to 4.00pm (excluding bank holidays)
We aim to respond to you within 2 working days
UK Support Charities
MND Association
Website: https://www.mndassociation.org
MND Scotland
Website: https://www.mndscotland.org.uk
Our Values
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is guided by three simple yet powerful values: Caring, Listening, and Excelling.
We show respect and compassion to all patients, actively listen to understand needs, and are committed to excellence through learning and continuous improvement.
For further information on our values, you can visit the website below.
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Website: https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/about-us/ourtrust/values-and-behaviours/
Feedback
To help the Neurology department understand what is important to you and how we can improve our service, we would appreciate if you would take the time to complete a feedback survey.
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