Chief Nursing Officer
Alison McKinney is the Chief Nursing Officer at WMUK, where she joined in August 2022. She set up the WMUK Support Line and is now responsible for clinical support and education, including organising Nurse Study Days and bridging the gap between patients and clinicians to raise awareness and improve care and outcomes for patients with Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinaemia (WM).
Education and Training
Alison McKinney is a fully qualified Registered Nurse (RCN) with significant experience.
Clinical Practice and Specialisation
Before joining WMUK, Alison worked as a clinical nurse specialist. She has experience in both the public and private hospital settings and the charity sector, caring for a range of cancer diagnoses and treatment modalities.
Contributions and Impact
At WMUK, Alison’s contributions include setting up and managing the Support Line, which provides vital assistance to patients and their families. She is actively involved in educational initiatives including Nurse Study Days, & the development of WM-related educational materials for Continuing Professional Development (CPD), to enhance the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals in the treatment and care of WM patients.
Collaborative Initiatives and Services
Alison plays a key role in improving WM patient outcomes through her work. She is dedicated to raising WM awareness and bridging the gap between patients and healthcare professionals.
