The practice has two practice nurses and a healthcare assistant who are trained to deal with many aspects of patient care.
Should You See The Practice Nurse?
Many patients say they are unsure at times whether they should see the doctor or the practice nurse. It's difficult to be exact but the following list is a good guide.
Remember, if you see the nurse she always has the option of referring you to the doctor for further care if she considers it necessary.
See the nurse for:
- blood pressure check
- cervical smears, period problems, etc
- childhood immunisation
- diet advice (to reduce weight, reduce cholesterol, diabetic diet etc)
- ear syringing or minor ear ailments
- menopause support
- new patient medicals
- over 75 years health check
- removal of stitches
- stop smoking advice
- sexual & reproductive healthcare services provided by our Surgery are:
- Family Planning Advice
- Contraception (Pill)
- Emergency Contraception
The Services we do not provide are Contraception Implants and Coils.
For any advice regarding the Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare Services, or for any other contraception queries, please book an appointment with the Nurse or Doctor
- travel advice and vaccinations
- long term conditions medicals
- chronic disease reviews
- swabs
See the healthcare assistant for:
- blood tests
- BP checks
- over 75 years health check
- new patient medicals
- weight management
- ear syringing
- diabetic foot examinations
- sutures
- B12 injections
- dressings