Clinics We Offer
Antenatal Clinic / Post Natal Checks
Our doctors are always prepared to perform full antenatal care within normal surgery hours. Post-natal checks (6-10 weeks after giving birth) please book a double appointment for you and your baby’s check up.
Cervical Screening (Smear Tests)
We currently use the liquid based cytology (LBC) this is available every three years to all women routinely according to the following:
- 25 years - First invitation
- 25-49 years - 3 yearly
- 50-64 years - 5 yearly
- Over 65 - for those who have not been screen since the age of 50 or if they had recent abnormal test
We may advise this test to be done earlier depending on results.
Childhood Immunisations
These are done with the practice nurse. Your child will normally be called for appointments for routine vaccinations by the Local Primary Care Trust Database system. If you think your child has missed any injection, do let us know. It is important that all children are fully immunised.
Family Planning
You could see either the doctor or the nurse during normal surgery hours.
We offer a comprehensive service including contraceptive implants “Nexplanon” and IUDs (coils).
Emergency Contraception
The ‘morning after’ pill is effective for up to 3 or 5 days after you have been at risk while the IUD “coil” is effective up to 5 days. Seek help urgently from the nearest F.P. clinic, any local GP practice, or us. The morning after pill is available over the counter at any chemist.
Flu Vaccines Clinics
The Influenza vaccine is offered in the autumn for specific groups. Ask the practice secretary for details.
Mammograms
These are organised for you routinely through central database at the Primary Care Trust. The national mammography scheme is currently available for every woman above 50, on a 3 yearly interval, up to the age of 65.
Minor and Dermatological Surgery
Minor operations can be done at our surgery in a special appointment. Please see a doctor in the normal way for an assessment of the problem. The operating doctor will organise the appointment for the procedure.
Diabetes and other Chronic Conditions
We offer annual checks for people with Diabetes, Heart diseases, Thyroid, and Asthma & others. Please mention your condition to reception when you book.