Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy
and Continence
What is an NSWOC?
A Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) is a registered nurse with advanced and specialized knowledge and clinical skills in wound, ostomy and continence care who has graduated from a World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET) recognized education program.
Where Can I Find an NSWOC?
In many Alberta hospitals, we have what are known as E.T. or Wound clinics, where you will usually see an NSWOC after you are out of the hospital. These specials nurses can help you with your stoma, skin issues and much more! They also have many samples you can try if your current ostomy appliance isn’t working out. Please call from the list below to book an appointment with a registered NSWOC. It is recommended that ostomates go to the hospital where they had their surgery as they would have your file.
There is also now a homecare nurse who is a registered NSWOC in Calgary.
| Hospital | Address | Hours | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Lougheed Centre | 3500 26 Avenue NE, Calgary, AB | Mon – Fri 7:30am – 3:30pm | 403-943-4774 |
| Foothills Medical Centre | 1403 29 Street NW, Calgary, AB | Mon – Fri 7:15am – 3:30pm | 403-944-1552 |
| Rockyview General Hospital | 7007 14 Street SW, Calgary, AB | Mon – Fri 7:15am – 3:30pm | 403-943-3238 |
| South Health Campus | 4448 Front Street SE, Calgary, AB | 403-956-3206 | |
| Alberta Children’s Hospital | 28 Oki Drive NW, Calgary, AB | 403-942-7290 | |
| Chinook Regional Hospital | 960 - 19 Street S, Lethbridge, AB | Mon – Fri 8:00am - 4:15pm | 403-388-6234 |
| Drayton Valley Hospital | 4550 Madsen Ave, Drayton Valley, AB | Mon – Fri 8:00am - 4:00pm | 403-314-5789 |
| Drumheller Health Centre | 351 - 9 Street NW, Drumheller, AB | Mon – Fri 8:00am - 4:00pm | 403-820-7241 |
| Olds Hospital and Care Centre | 3901 - 57 Avenue, Olds, AB | Mon – Fri 8:00am - 4:00pm | 403-314-5789 |
| Red Deer Bremner Ave Community Health Centre | 2845 Bremner Ave, Red Deer, AB | Mon – Fri 8:00am - 4:15pm | 403-341-2122 |