TUK is a new multi-disciplinary professional group focusing on the adult patient who requires a tracheostomy. Tracheostomy UK was first based in East Anglia and over the last year has developed into a national group.

Tracheostomy UK comprises of clinical practitioners and educators who are influential in their work environment leading and developing the care and management of patients who require a tracheostomy.

To find out more about TUK click below:
Tracheostomy UK Committee Details

• Provide a forum for all disciplines involved in the management of patients requiring a tracheostomy and/or the education of staff who deliver direct care
  
• Provide a professional network for the discussion and troubleshooting of clinical issues
  
• Promote high quality care for patients who require a tracheostomy
  
• Address the educational requirements of those delivering care and managing patients with a tracheostomy
  
• Consult and contribute to national guidelines of care and competencies
  
• Provide an annual conference addressing current issues within tracheostomy care and management
  
• Provide a network for practitioners to develop and discuss research and audit projects

Current Tracheostomy UK projects:

1. Research project asking what training and education best supports staff delivering care.
   
2. Conference 18 October: Tracheostomy: A risky business
   
3. Tracheostomy skills training DVD

If you would like more details about Tracheostomy UK and any projects please do not hesitate to contact us or any members of the committee.


Claudia Russell
Chair of Tracheostomy UK and Nurse
Consultant in Tracheostomy Management