12 January 2026

The Integrated Discharge Service (IDS) is a team of clinical nurse specialists who specialise in supporting safe and timely discharges from hospital.

Their role is to work alongside ward staff to help plan for ongoing care once patients leave the hospital. 

They also work in partnership with community health services, adult social care, voluntary organisations, and commissioning teams to ensure that any care, equipment, or support patients may require is in place before being discharged.

Contact: uclh.dischargeteam@nhs.net

 

 

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