Strengthening Specialist MS Nursing support in North West London – For every MS, for every day

MS Trust and London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust are pleased to announce the appointment of Jero Esplanada as a specialist MS nurse. With a strong background in neurology, Jero brings valuable expertise that will help embed the service quickly, strengthen its impact, and provide highly specialised support for people affected by MS.

This new post will enhance specialist support for people living with multiple sclerosis across North West London, helping to improve access to expert advice, guidance and coordinated care closer to home.

The role has been created as part of the MS Trust Specialist Nurse Programme, which works to reduce gaps in access to specialist MS care and strives towards ensuring that everyone with MS in the UK can access a specialist MS healthcare professional

Jero offers nearly a decade of specialist neurology experience, having begun his UK nursing career in 2017 after relocating from the Philippines. He began his work at National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in neurorehabilitation and the hyper-acute stroke unit, where he was able to develop a strong foundation in managing complex neurological presentations and long-term patient care.

A clear testament of Jero’s passion for advancing clinical knowledge led him to research neurology, focussing on Alzheimer’s disease studies at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. During this time, he was featured on the BBC while administering a newly introduced Alzheimer’s medication. A testament on the significance of his work within the research community. Jero then went on to join the Cleveland Clinic London as a charge nurse, where he supported extremely complex inpatients and managed long-term cases. 
 

In Jero’s new role within the MS service, Jero will be instrumental in establishing and running dedicated MS clinics for patients across North West London. Jero has a clear enthusiasm for his new role but is also realistic about the challenges ahead. Whilst he is aware that this will be an adjustment when transitioning to new systems and processes, he is looking forward to the opportunity to offer a patient-centred approach within his own practice. 

Jero offers a clear understanding of the need to be responsive to the individual needs of patients to make them feel supported and confident in the care they are receiving. Evidently, Jero will offer a balance within his new role of both professional expertise and human connection, ensuring that his patients feel their needs are truly understood. 

Looking ahead, Jero will work closely with Consultant Neurologist Dr. Scalfari, an MS specialist, to further develop services that help people with MS live well. He plans to integrate his interest in research into this role, collaborating with others to raise the profile of this work through initiatives such as the MS Trust Conference, while ensuring people with MS remain actively involved.

Jero is already making a strong impression, and his blend of clinical expertise, research focus, and compassionate approach will be a valuable asset to people with MS across North West London.

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