Extended Hours Surgeries
Appointments
to see the Doctor during the “Extended Hours Surgeries” on Saturdays, Monday
nights and early Wednesday and Thursday mornings are for be pre-booked, routine
consultations only.
They are
intended for patients who have booked in advance because they are unable to
attend during normal opening times through other commitments. We regret we are
unable to undertake other services such as making appointments, giving out
results or dealing with prescriptions during these sessions.
If you have
an urgent problem or an emergency during these surgeries, please contact our
Out of Hours Services on 0845 600 1013
We apologise
for any inconvenience but these instructions are specifically in line with wishes
of the Department of Health.
We have an established Nurse Practitioner service run but Sisters
Trudy Dague and Chris Morgan. They will see cases of minor illness, frequently
but not exclusively in children, where a visit to the Doctor might not be
strictly necessary. They are independent of the GPs and trained to both
diagnose and treat, with prescriptions if necessary. If they feel that an
individual case needs the specific skills of a Doctor then they will pass the
case to the appropriate GP. They are able to prescribe within wide but defined
limits and are available every day at
This service will improve the ability of Patients to see the
Health Professional of their choice at the earliest possible opportunity.
Well-Person Clinic
All patients may arrange a
medical and/or lifestyle check with one of our practice Nurses. Please telephone
your surgery for an appointment. An assessment and advice on weight reduction,
exercise, healthy eating, stress control, smoke and alcohol cessation can be
given.
Child
Health and Immunisations
We
recommend full immunisation for all Pre-School children. You will be notified
by post when immunisations are due. No appointment is necessary.
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Health Visitor ClinicThursday afternoons
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We
are able to refer patients to a structured course of group therapy sessions for
patients committed to giving up. Patients who sign up to the programme may be offered
help in the form of Zyban or Nicotine Patches. Success rate of these clinics is
encouraging and our receptionists will be delighted to give details.
Full pregnancy
care is offered, in conjunction with our community midwife. If you are
pregnant, please inform the surgery promptly so that a booking appointment for
the antenatal clinic can be given. If possible, please have the date of your
last period to hand.
All aspects of family
planning including barrier methods, hormone implants, IUDs (Intra Uterine
Devices or ‘coils’) and hormonal contraception as well as pre-conception and
sterilisation counselling. Complete confidentiality is assured. Vasectomies are
offered and performed in the surgery at no cost; please make an appointment for
this with Dr Atkinson.
A qualified
surgeon (FRCS), two well-equipped treatment rooms and a purpose built operating
theatre enable us to offer an extensive range of procedures within the surgery
including :
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Ingrowing toenails |
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Removal of lumps and bumps |
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Ganglion removal |
Foreign Travel Vaccinations
Please consult one of the
practice Nurses who will advise on which vaccinations are recommended for the
area you wish to visit. It is best to inquire at least eight weeks before
departure as some destinations require several courses of vaccinations to be
given at monthly intervals. We stock most travel vaccines including yellow
fever and have up to date health and immunisation information on computer that
is accessed on-line.
Tetanus and Polio
We recommend all patients have a
booster every eight to ten years.
Breast Checks
Breast
cancer kills more women than any other form of cancer and becomes more common
with increasing age. If the small changes are discovered early there is a
better chance of successful recovery. Please consult your Doctor about any
concerns you may have.
Mammography
From
the age of 50 you will be invited to attend for a routine mammogram every 3
years under the national screening programme. Evidence is now showing a
significant improvement in death rates since the introduction of this service
and we would urge all our female patients to take up the invitation that will
arrive in the post.
Influenza and Pneumoccocal
Vaccine
Flu
jabs are available in the autumn each year for those at particular risk, for
example those over 65. For those below 65 who suffer from a defined range of
conditions considered by the Department of Health to put them at extra risk are
also entitled to vaccination. People who fall into these categories will be
sent their customary reminder in the post.
This
year, all patents over the age of 80 are being offered a pneumococcal
vaccination. For those not covered by the national guidelines, vaccination may
also be available but there may be a charge for this. Please contact reception
for further details.
Pre Conception Advice
If you are thinking of starting a family, check the
following items.
Rubella immunity. A blood test will ensure that you are immune to German measles, which,
if contracted in early pregnancy, can severely affect your baby.
Cervical smear. It is wise to ensure the cervix is healthy
prior to pregnancy as some conditions worsen and are difficult to treat in
pregnancy.
Alcohol. Cut down on alcohol consumption before and
during pregnancy.
Smoking. Give up! Smoking in pregnancy increases the risk of premature babies and still
births and subsequently increases the risk of cot deaths, childhood cancers and
impaired lung and possibly intellectual development.
Diet. Eat healthily and purchase a 0.6mg. daily
supplement of folic acid from the chemist. Continue this to the 12th
week of pregnancy. Avoid soft cheeses, raw eggs, unpasteurised milk, pate, raw
meat and excess liver.
Drugs. No
drugs except those authorised by a Doctor.
Asthma Clinic
Asthma affects 1 in 10 children and
1 in 20 adults. The clinic, run by Dr Muir and Sister Bannister, aims to
provide consistent and organised care. The emphasis is on better education,
monitoring of peak flow, management plans, checking inhaler technique, choosing
the best device to suit the patient, etc. Telephone Mitchell Road Surgery for
an appointment. It is practice policy that all asthmatics should have their
asthma assessed at least once a year.
Sugar Diabetes Clinic
This
disease affects 1 in 500 patients and good control by the patient with the
Doctor as background supervisor is the favoured approach. To this end, your GP
and Sister Ivett will carry out annual checks and monitor disease control and
advise on complications for patients who are not under hospital supervision. Dr
Gadd has a special interest in Diabetes and will advise on or personally manage
the more difficult cases. Once again practice policy requests all diabetics to
be reviewed at least once a year. Appointments can be made at the Mitchell Road
Surgery.
Blood Pressure Clinic
Once
blood pressure has been stabilised by lifestyle and/or drug therapy then your
Doctor may recommend that the Nurse monitors your blood pressure within preset
limits. This is more convenient for most patients as an appointment can be given
and this frees up the Doctor’s time. It is recommended that all patients have
their blood pressure taken at least once every five years as raised blood
pressure initially produces no symptoms.
Cervical Smear Clinic
The
practice recommends that all women should have a cervical smear every three to
five years to exclude cancer. This is completely painless and can be arranged
with the Nurse and applies to women who are sexually active or have been in the
past, up to the age of 65. The practice will send a reminder when your smear is
overdue. Please keep the appointment or inform us if you are unable to attend.
Child Development Clinic
The
Health Visitor and GPs will carry out regular checks to make sure young children
up to five are growing and developing normally. The GPs carry out the checks at
eight weeks and 4 ½ years. It is important that you attend for these and an
appointment will be sent to you. Please let the surgery know if you are unable
to keep this and an alternative will be offered.
Physiotherapy
We
employ a team of experienced physiotherapists. There are sessions each day and
our intention is to provide an easily accessible, efficient service to the
whole practice. You will be referred by your Doctor if appropriate.
Chiropody Service
If you
suffer from a medical condition of the feet, it may be possible for you to
receive treatment on the NHS at our
Psychology (Adult and Child)
We now
offer practice based psychologists to help patients understand and come to
terms with inner conflicts. You may be referred by your Doctor.
Psychiatry
For
those needing an appointment to see a Psychiatrist, this may be arranged in the
surgery.
Blood Taking
This is
a popular service and can be arranged by appointment at both the
Ultrasound Scanning
We are
able to offer pelvic, testicular, thyroid, abdominal and breast ultrasound tests
at the Mitchell Road Surgery. These tests may help your Doctor diagnose
internal disease and are not readily available to us at the local hospitals.
Non NHS Examinations,
Reports, Forms and Certificates
A
Tariff of all non NHS services is available at both Surgeries. Unless otherwise
specified, medical examinations and report completion is charged at an hourly
rate of £210 per hour or pro-rata per part hour. This figure is subject to
change without notice and may attract a minimum charge of £24.50. Medical
examinations for special purposes, e.g. sports, elderly driver, pre-employment,
insurance medical, HGV, PSV, Diving, Powerboat Racing and Taxi Driving can be
arranged with your Doctor by appointment.
Sickness Certificates
The
regulations are:
For
absences of up to three days no state certificate is required. For between
three and six days of absence, a "self certificate" should be
completed (available from your employer). A certificate, completed and signed
by your Doctor, is only required when the period of absence is continuous for
seven days or longer. If your employer requires evidence from your Doctor of
absence during the first six days of illness, a private certificate can be
issued, for which a fee may be payable.
Additional Services
We host a number of privately offered complimentary and conventional services including:
Chiropody
Hypnotherapy
CBT
Holistic Massage
Sports Massage
Counselling
Details are available in the leaflet racks present in the waiting rooms.
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