There are many different types of specialist nurses, these may include community matron, tissue viability nurse, cancer nurse, stroke nurse, respiratory nurse, colorectal nurse, diabetes nurse, epilepsy nurse, palliative care nurse, dementia care nurse and a Parkinson’s nurse. Specialist nurses all have different roles but all with the objective of meeting the needs of the individual and carers. To see an up-to-date Directory go to Support Service Directory – HCPA