Clinics & Services

• Cervical Smear Tests - cancer of the cervix can be prevented and all female patients between the ages of 23 and 65 are advised to have a regular smear test. These tests are important because they can detect early signs of the disease, which is easily treated. We operate a call and recall system to remind you about the tests which are carried out during normal surgeries by the practice nurse or female GP’s.
• Contraception - We have a comprehensive service within normal surgery hours. All patients receiving contraceptive services are advised to have an annual check-up.
• Minor Surgery - certain procedures can be performed within the practice as a service to cut short patients waiting time for hospital appointments. These will be arranged by the doctor.
• Influenza Vaccination - in October ever year, we offer flu vaccination to our patients. It is strongly recommended for high risk patients e.g. those with a heart or chest disease, people with diabetes, or chest disease. Also all those over 65. Please ask for details.
• Tetanus - vaccination recommended for everyone especially for farm workers. (Booster recommended every ten years). For those who have had their normal childhood immunisations which includes tetanus; a booster is recommended every ten years.
• Breast Examination - it is a good idea for all women to examine their breasts for abnormalities. If you are not sure how to do this your doctor or practice nurse will be happy to show you. If you should notice any lumps in your breast, please see your doctor. Most lumps are not serious, but it is important to have any possible abnormality checked.
• Child Health/Immunisation Clinic - the clinic aims to ensure the well-being of children up to the age of five. A planned programme of health development checks and immunisations is provided by a call and recall system. The Clinic is on a Tuesday morning from 10:30 am to 12:00.
• Health Promotion Clinics - prevention of Illness is our aim and we are able to provide a series of Health Promotion Clinics. Well Woman / Smear, Asthma management / Diabetic management.
• Cardiovascular Health & Blood Pressure Care
• Smoking Cessation
• Post Natal Examinations - carried out by appointment at the six week post natal check.

Travel Vaccinations

If you require any vaccinations relating to foreign travel you need to make an appointment with the practice nurse to discuss your travel arrangements. This will include which countries and areas within countries that you are visiting to determine what vaccinations are required.

There is further information about countries and vaccinations required on the links below

Europe & Russia	North America
Central America	South America
Caribbean	Africa
Middle East	Central Asia
East Asia	Australasia and Pacific

It is important to make this initial appointment as early as possible - at least 6 weeks before you travel - as a second appointment will be required with the practice nurse to actually receive the vaccinations. These vaccines have to be ordered as they are not a stock vaccine. Your second appointment needs to be at least 2 weeks before you travel to allow the vaccines to work.

Some travel vaccines are ordered on a private prescription and these incur a charge over and above the normal prescription charge. This is because not all travel vaccinations are included in the services provided by the NHS.

To help us offer the appropriate advice, please fill out the online form before coming to see the nurse.

Travel Questionnaire

If you are travelling to Europe the EU has published useful information for travellers on the European website.

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
• Passport signing
• Prescriptions for taking medication abroad
• Private sick notes
• Vaccination certificates

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.