These are available every September/October for the over 65s, those with heart or chest problems, diabetes and patients with other long term illnesses and are given on open days. Please contact the surgery during August/September for these dates.
All Services
Practice Nurse Clinics
Book an appointment with reception for management of long term conditions. these may include:
Asthma, Diabetes, Heart Disease, COPD, Hypertension, Hypothyroidism and many others
The practice nurse can be seen for regular reviews for those suffering from these conditions.
Phlebotomy services
This service is provided by a healthcare assistant and phlebotomist.
Cervical cytology
A cervical smear test every 3 years is recommended for women aged 25 to 50 and every 5 years for women aged 50+. You will be contacted by letter advising you to make an appointment.
Book an appointment with a member of the nursing staff.
Family planning
Book an appointment in normal surgery hours with one of our nursing staff. A complete and confidential service is available to all.
Childhood immunisations
The Health Visitor is available for routine vaccinations by appointment only in the main health centre. An appointment will be sent through the post from child health services. The child health department can be contacted on 0303 003 4381
The Health Visitor can be contacted for advice about feeding, sleeping, behaviour and general health on 030 3330 9820
Antenatal clinic
First visit is a 20 minute appointment with the midwife who will arrange subsequent appointments.
The midwife and the doctors monitor your progress throughout your pregnancy. Please make your appointment at reception.
Non-NHS Services
Some services provided are not covered under our contract with the NHS and therefore attract charges. Examples include the following:
- Medicals for pre-employment, sports and driving requirements (HGV, PSV etc.)
- Insurance claim forms
- Prescriptions for taking medication abroad
- Private sick notes
- Vaccination certificates
- Letters (housing, fit to travel, fit to perform etc)
The fees charged are based on the British Medical Association (BMA) suggested scales and our reception staff will be happy to advise you about them along with appointment availability.