Expert Witness Profile
Katie Palmer

Hertfordshire

Areas Covered: UK

Brain Injuries (Traumatic and Acquired)

Spinal

Respiratory

Stroke

Critical Care

Oncology

Tracheostomy

Surgical Care

Neurological

Palliative Care

  • BSc Adult Nursing (2013)
  • Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
  • Royal College of Nursing (RCN)
  • 3 years’ experience as a Complex Care Nurse at Thornbury Community Services specialising in providing high levels of support to individuals with complex and life-limiting conditions.
  • 2 years’ experience as a Homecare Nurse at Healthnet Homecare Ltd specialising in Management of patients, adult and paediatric, with chronic conditions including asthma, rheumatoid arthritis and those who are immunosuppressed.
  • 4 years’ experience as an Intensive Care Nurse at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust where she cared for critically unwell, high-risk patients with life threatening illnesses.
  • 5 years’ experience as a Respiratory Nurse at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospital NHS Trust where she cared for patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.

With over a decade of experience in respiratory and Intensive care across both hospital and community settings, I have developed a deep understanding of complex patient needs.

I have extensive experience managing both chronic and acute respiratory conditions, including ventilation, tracheostomy care, and biologics. My passion for holistic, patient-centered care has driven me to expand my expertise across multiple specialties, allowing me to provide tailored support to individuals with diverse health challenges.

Whether in a hospital or home environment, I am committed to delivering high-quality care that enhances patients’ well-being and quality of life.