As usual Andrew listened to me and gave me good advice.
Helpful, kind, considerate, listened well to mr chat !!!
Very helpful and knowledgeable of my condition
Andrew was helpful kind and made me very relaxed
Felt really comfortable and was great to get some good advice from Andrew really helped and nice to see of the team and what a great job they all do :)
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Mr Andrew Bird was awarded the iWantGreatCare certificate of excellence in 2024 for delivering outstanding care.
Specialises in
- Stoma Care
Qualifications:
- Adult Nurse, Level 1
- Nurse Independent/Supplementary Prescriber
Profile
Andrew became a Registered Nurse in 2002 and has since gained experience within colorectal surgery, critical care and pain management before taking on the role of Lead Stoma Care Nurse at the Queen’s Medical Centre (QMC) in Nottingham in 2015.
Since then, he has worked with ostomates, nurses, industry and support groups towards improving the lives of those living with a stoma. He has been involved with Association of Stoma Care Nurses UK (ASCN) as an area representative and with the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET) scientific committee prior to becoming Honorary Treasurer for ASCN in 2019 and Chair in 2022.
Andrew was awarded the British Journal of Nursing Stoma Care Nurse of the Year award 2019 for his work in developing a seven day stoma care service at the QMC. 2019 also saw Andrew become the Clinical Lead for Connect Prescription Services at Fittleworth Medical Limited.
Resources
Short link to review Mr Andrew Bird: http://iwgc.net/eonye