Clinics
The Doctors and
Nurses in this practice are all committed to health promotion believing
(where possible) that it is better to prevent illness rather than treat
it. Appointments for all of the following clinics can be made by calling
the surgery.
Adult Immunisation
A booster tetanus injection and Polio are needed every 10 years if you
are visiting a part of the world where the risk is high. We also offer a
flu vaccination for those over the age of 65 and also to those who
suffer from asthma, heart problems and diabetes. Pneumonia vaccines are
also available for those patients at risk. We are a registered Yellow
Fever vaccination centre. There is a charge for some holiday
vaccinations.
Asthma Clinic
The nurses offer this clinic to those who suffer from asthma and need
regular check-ups. They will advice you on lifestyle, inhaler techniques
and medication, and discuss any concerns you may have.
Diabetic Clinic
The Practice Nurses hold regular diabetic clinics. They will advise on
all aspects relating to diabetes. Once a year the practice is visited by
a mobile Retinopathy Camera where the eye is examined these appointments
are prearranged and suitable patients will be contacted.
CHD Clinics
The Practice Nurses hold regular CHD clinics. They will advice you on
all aspects relating to Coronary Heart Disease.
Smear Tests
A smear test is an examination of the neck of the womb to check for
changes which occur before cancer develops. This test is done by the
Practice Nurse. We strongly recommend this test for all women up to the
age of 65, usually those who are or have been sexually active. The
health authority will automatically call you when your smear is due.
Family Planning
All the Doctors and Nurses can offer advice about family planning, the
pill and other methods of contraception. All the doctors will prescribe
the 'morning after' pill in any consultation time. This can be taken up
to 72 hours after intercourse and the service is, of course,
confidential. Coils are fitted by the Doctor and Practice Nurse usually
around 3pm when they are both available, this is done in practice.
Foreign Travel Clinic
Travel clinics are held every Friday afternoon on an appointment only
basis. For more information and to download our travel forms please
CLICK HERE.
Non - NHS Examinations/Services
If you need a special examination i.e., pre-employment medicals, fitness
medicals, LGV and HGV medicals, these will be done by appointment with
the doctor and a fee will be charged.
Antenatal Clinics
This clinic is run by the community midwife on a Tuesday
9.15 am-11.45 am & 1.00 pm-3.30 pm by appointment only.
Child Development
Child development checks are done by the Health
Visitors by pre-arranged appointments. Telephone on
0116 2953397. They
will also discuss any problems and can sometimes provide baby milk.
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