Aberdeen Surgical employs two experienced nurses as advanced scrub practitioners (ASP). The ASP role is central to our way of working and as such is a departure from traditional private practise.
The primarily role of the ASP involves assisting the surgeon in the operating theatre. Having two ASPs who work specifically with Aberdeen Surgical, we can ensure that we have a very experienced dependable assistants available at all times. In addition, our nurses are involved at all stages of our patients’ stay in hospital; assisting with pre surgical preparation and follow-up after surgery.
Stuart and Steve who have been with Aberdeen Surgical since the company started were the first advanced scrub practitioners working in the private sector in Scotland. We are proud to say that Aberdeen Surgical has been at the forefront of developing the role of the ASP in Scotland.
Stuart Stephen (RGN)
Advanced Scrub Practitioner
Stuart is a graduate of Foresterhill College of Nursing and completed his training 1993. He has completed the NAASP advanced scrub practitioner course and has worked with Aberdeen Surgical since 2006. He has experience of working across several specialties including ICU, General Surgery and Cardiothoracic.
Steve Marjoribanks (RGN)
Advanced Scrub Practitioner
Steve is a graduate of Foresterhill College in Aberdeen.He has completed the NAASP advanced scrub practitioner course and has worked for Aberdeen Surgical since 2006. Other than his surgical experience, Steve has 17 years experience in critical care nursing.