Table 1

Core intestinal failure unit (IFU) multidisciplinary team (MDT) membership

IFU MDT memberRole
1 Consultant gastroenterologistMedical care
6 Consultant IF surgeonsSurgical care
2 Trust grade surgeonsClinical care
Ward nursing staffExpertise in complex IF nursing
2 Specialist dieticiansNutritional care
1 PsychologistPsychological support
2 Specialist pharmacistsPN/medication management
1 Consultant biochemistWeekly MDT attendance

  • The numbers stated do not equate to ‘whole time equivalent’ since all team members have other clinical roles and responsibilities at the Trust outside the IFU.

  • IF, intestinal failure; PN, parenteral nutrition.