Clinics and Services

Antenatal

You will be referred to the midwifery team and the details are sent to you in a text message. They will arrange a booking appointment for you where the midwife will ask a few questions and carry out some general health checks.

Cervical screening

Women who are aged between 25-64 years will be invited for regular screening. A 20 minute appointment should be made with the nurse. Exceptions are possible – please talk to a nurse or doctor if you have any concerns.

Child health and immunisation

You will be invited to attend for all childhood immunisations by a central team. Once you receive an invitation, please call to make a 20 minutes appointment with the practice nurse.

Chronic disease reviews – including Diabetes, CHD and Asthma

Led by our nursing team, this service offers advice and general health check-ups to patients with the above conditions.

Family Planning

There is a limited family planning service run by our GP. Please call reception for more information.

Minor ops

Dr Sharples offers a minor ops service to provide injections, incisions and excisions. You’ll be added to a waiting list and contacted once an appointment is available. We often offer minor op appointments on Wednesday evenings or Saturday mornings.

Over 75 checks

Our HCAs carry out an extensive 30 minute check for anyone over 75 years of age. Please contact the reception team to book.

Stopping smoking

Please visit www.quitforgood.co.uk, text quit to 60777 or call 0333 005 0095.

Travel

Our practice nurse offers a travel advice and immunisation service. You will need to complete a questionnaire and return to the surgery. The team will then book a 20 minute appointment with the practice nurse for vaccinations and advice. Please find a link to the form here: TRAVEL QUESTIONNAIRE

Would care

Our HCAs are experienced at dealing with wound care, from removing stitches to dressings. Please call to make a 20 minute appointment.