About Us

Who We Are

Vascular Access Specialists Ltd was founded by Graham Howard who brought together a team of experienced nurse practitioners dedicated to delivering gold-standard vascular access in the private sector.

With over 20 years of combined experience, our nurses are specialists in PICC line and more recently Brachial Port-a-Cath insertion placement, working collaboratively with private consultants and hospitals across the UK.

Our advanced nurses are NMC registered some hold postgraduate qualifications and all of them bring years of experience from NHS and private settings. We are committed to continuous learning and clinical excellence.

 

Why choose Us

Nurse-Led Expertise

Our advanced nurse practitioners are leaders in the field of vascular access, combining clinical skill with patient-focused care.

Private Sector Focused

We offer fast, flexible and discreet services tailored for private hospitals, consultants and clinics.

Safe & Compliant

Every procedure adheres to national guidelines, aseptic non-touch technique (ANTT) and vascular access best practice.

Innovation & Quality

We use state-of-the-art ultrasound and securement technologies to reduce infection risk and improve dwell time.

Our Mission

To enhance patient care through rapid, safe, and expert vascular access services, improving outcomes and empowering clinical teams.

Our Vision
To be the leading provider of nurse-led vascular access services in the private healthcare sector, setting the gold standard for excellence and innovation.
Our Values
Excellence, integrity, patient-centricity, and innovation guide everything we do. We believe in collaborative care and continuous improvement.

Meet the Team

Our advanced nurse practitioners hold postgraduate qualifications in vascular access and bring years of experience from NHS and private settings. We are committed to continuous learning and clinical excellence.

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Graham Howard
Director of Vascular Access Specialists Ltd,

is an award-winning Vascular Access Specialist Nurse and Chartered Manager. With 20 years’ of nursing experience and 15 year of specialist skills in PICC and midline insertion within the NHS and more recently he has started placing Brachial Ports, he founded the company in 2023 to support evidence-based, patient-centred vascular care across the southeast .

 
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Mike Anniss
Vascular Access Specialist Nurse

I’m a highly skilled Registered Nurse with over a decade of NHS experience, specialising in vascular access at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

 

Partner With Us

We work with private hospitals, oncology centers, infusion units, day case clinics, and independent consultants across the UK. Our services are flexible, mobile, and designed to support seamless patient pathways.

Our Approach to Vascular Access

We believe in evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and collaborative working to deliver the highest standards of vascular access.

 

Evidence-Based Practice

Our procedures follow the latest guidelines from professional organizations including RCN Standards, INS, and AVAS, ensuring best practice in all aspects of vascular access.

 

Patient-Centered Approach

We take time to understand each patient’s unique needs, providing clear information and ensuring comfort throughout the procedure.

 

Quality Assurance

We monitor outcomes, collect feedback, and continuously improve our service through regular clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.

 

Collaborative Working

We work closely with referring clinicians, ensuring seamless care pathways and clear communication throughout the patient journey.