How do you get the best out of your MS Nurse appointment?

Send us a message about the podcast. For questions about MS please contact our helpline 0800 032 38 39If you’re not sure how to best prepare for your next MS Nurse appointment, this could be the podcast for you.No matter where you are on your MS journey, talking about your condition can bring on a wave of emotions. Your mind is likely to be brimming with questions and points to raise.Add in long NHS waiting lists and squeezed appointment times, and it might feel as though you’re facing a steep challenge.When your appointment does come around, how can you make the most of your time with an MS Nurse and avoid information overload?Our podcast guest, MS Trust Lead Nurse Specialist, Dr Lou Jarrett explores some helpful tips on how to best prepare for your appointment. Learn how to build long-lasting relationships with your MS Nurse, what questions to ask and what to do whilst you’re waiting to be seen.Finally, we'll touch on why the MS Trust is on a mission to train MS Nurses in the UK.Episode notesMaking the most of your appointments - information from the MS TrustQuestions to ask health professional - information from the MS TrustMS Trust HelplineThe Big Give - fundraising campaign from MS TrustSupporting the MS Trust - information from the MS TrustHow we train and support your MS health professionalsPatient initiated follow-up (PIFU) - information from NHSMS Trust Facebook Group