We do not run specific clinics at set times for the following services. Appointments are available during normal surgery hours.
Well Person
A general Health ‘MOT’ with particular emphasis on helping you to avoid heart disease. All newly registered patients are required to have a new patient health check on joining the practice. All patients aged between 40 and 74 years of age will be invited for an NHS health check every 5 years with a member of our nursing team.
Well Woman
All women from age 25 are recommended to have a cervical smear every 3 years until the age of 50 and thereafter every 5 years until aged 65. All women between the age of 50 and 71 will be called for breast screening every 3 years.
Well Man
These will include the same checks as for the well person but will include lifestyle advice particularly relevant to men. This will be with one of the members of our nursing team
Family Planning
Advice on contraception including provision of free condoms along with Emergency contraception also available from a member of our clinical team.
Antenatal Care
Your antenatal care is shared between the doctor, midwife and if needed hospital-based specialists.
Baby health
All parents are offered a thorough physical examination for their baby within 72 hours of giving birth and this is done through the hospital or community midwifery service
Child Development Checks
These are carried out mainly by the Health Visitor. Mum and baby will both be required to have a check up at the practice with one of the doctors prior to starting vaccinations.
Childhood Immunisations
We recommend full vaccination of pre-school children. A reminder to book appointments will normally be sent to you but if in doubt please contact us.
Clinician: Nurse
Travel Vaccinations and holiday advice
Anyone planning holidays abroad should refer to the Fit for travel website and then check with the practice nurse at least 2-3 months before they are due to travel as to which vaccinations are required. Some vaccinations are not available on the NHS and therefore a fee will be charged.
Clinician: Nurse
Influenza Vaccinations
The influenza vaccine programme will normally start in September. Information will be posted in the surgery, on this site and using the practice Facebook page when dates are confirmed. This vaccination is recommended for those over 65 and anyone suffering from a chronic disease such as diabetes or heart disease.
Pneumonia Vaccination
The pneumonia vaccine is administered by the practice nursing team to the same group of patients as above but only needs to be given once during your lifetime.
Chronic Disease Management
The care of these patients is shared between the Doctor and Nursing Team. You will be called for an annual review to keep you in the best of health.
Stopping Smoking
We strongly advise you to quit smoking, it can lead to many health problems including cancer, heart disease, lung disease and strokes. Local resources are available to help you stop smoking.
Minor Surgery
Some of the doctors are qualified to perform minor surgery and cryo surgery and will discuss this with you as part of your care
Weight Loss
The NHS has lots of resources to help patients lose weight and get active and in some cases have services that you can be referred to . If you are concerned about your weight and further help please book an appointment with on of the practice nurses.
Self referral to first contact Physio service
If you are suffering from soft tissue, muscle or joint pain you can contact this service direct rather than having to come through the practice and speak to a clinican. Our local service First contact physio service is run by Catherine Adams Physio who can be contacted on 07436 797891
