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Blood/Urine Tests
Blood samples, as requested by the doctor can be taken by our visiting phlebotomist who runs a clinic by appointment Monday – Friday mornings.
Urine and other samples should be handed in to the receptionists before 2:30 pm. Please make sure that every specimen is clearly labelled with your name, date and date of birth, and where necessary a sample request form (provided by the surgery), and ensure that the container is tightly closed. Most results are available within 2 to 4 working days. Some tests such as X-rays can take a little longer.
Maternity Care
Our midwife runs an antenatal clinic on Tuesday and Thursday mornings and is happy to discuss all aspects of antenatal care including classes, scans, hospital tours, choices in labour, postnatal care and feeding. If you are pregnant you will need to see the midwife who will arrange referral to your choice of hospital. The midwife can be contacted via the surgery reception or via the QE2 hospital switchboard on 01707 328111.
Child Health
We have a local children’s centre which provides support and services to families with young children.
Cervical Smears
Our policy is to offer routine cervical smears according to National Screening Protocols. Patients will receive an invitation from the Health authority to book an appointment with the practice nurse when a smear is due. All smear results are sent by the screening service to the patient.
Family Planning
We offer advice on all types of contraception. The “morning after” pill can be taken up to 72 hours after unprotected intercourse. It is most effective if taken within the first 24 hours however. Some pharmacists can now provide this over the counter.
NHS Health Checks
If you are aged between 40-74, we offer a comprehensive health check. During the check our Health Care Assistant with discuss your general health, medications you are taking and signpost you to other support or health services you may benefit from.
Nursing Services
Our Nurse Practioner’s works alongside the doctors during most surgeries. They see patients by appointment and is experienced in a wide range of health topics. They can deal with cervical smears, childhood immunisations, holiday vaccinations, ECGs, lung function tests. They will also help patients with blood pressure, lifestyle advice including stopping smoking, weight loss, HRT & menopause advice, contraception, health checks, asthma and diabetes.
Travel Health
Travel Vaccines
Please enquire in good time, preferably 6 – 8 weeks before travel abroad to ensure you can receive up to date advice and full protection. A foreign travel form needs to be completed for each person travelling at least 6 weeks prior to the appointment with the practice nurse. Please note we do not offer Yellow Fever vaccinations.
Travel Vaccination Prices
Travel advice is covered by the NHS, however some vaccinations and prescriptions are only available privately.
Further Information
The following websites will give you additional travel advice.