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CLINICSAsthma, Diabetes And Heart DiseaseIf you have any of these conditions it is important that we see you at least once a year for a check-up. Please make an appointment with the practice nurse. Minor Surgery And Wart ClinicsSome minor surgical procedures can be performed at the surgery by one of the doctors. Cryocautery (freezing) clinics are held for the removal of warts. You will need to see a doctor to confirm the diagnosis before making an appointment for minor surgery. Cervical ScreeningIt is recommended that all women between the ages of 20 and 64 who have ever been sexually active should have a cervical smear every three years. This aims to detect any changes in the neck of the womb which if left untreated may progress to cervical cancer. The test can be performed by one of the practice nurses. You will be sent a reminder when your next test is due. Family PlanningFamily planning advice including emergency contraception is available from our practice nurse or any of the doctors during normal surgery times. MaternityWe recommend where possible you discuss your plans to have a baby with a practice nurse or your doctor before you stop using contraception. Advice leaflets about planning for a baby are available from reception. We advise you to take folic acid (400 microgrammes daily) if there is any chance you might become pregnant. If you suspect you may be pregnant you can get confirmation by using a home testing kit available from your local pharmacy. Remember to use an early morning sample of urine for the most reliable result. Make an appointment with your doctor to arrange further care. It will help to bring a mid-stream sample of your urine whenever you attend for a check during pregnancy. Child HealthOur health visitor Liz Gardner runs a child health clinic on Thursday mornings at the practice. A nursery nurse, practice nurse and GP are all available to help promote your child’s health and welfare. New baby checks, immunisation and development checks are all provided. Please make an appointment if possible. Blood PressureHigh blood pressure increases your risk of heart attack and stroke. We recommend that everyone over the age of 16 has their blood pressure checked at least once every five years. The health care assistant offers a well person check including blood pressure by appointment. If you have a family history of blood pressure, heart attack or stroke you may need a cholesterol and blood sugar test as well. Foreign TravelIf you are going abroad and require immunisation please make an appointment to see our practice nurse at least eight weeks prior to your departure. Phlebotomy ServicesWe have fully trained staff who take blood samples by appointment every morning. Healthy LifestyleThe practice is committed to encouraging healthy living and all our practice nurses are fully trained to offer advice on diet and lifestyle. Elderly ScreeningIf you are aged 75 or over you will be offered a health check. This will be carried out annually by a member of the nursing team. Health PromotionWe are committed to reducing the number of patients suffering from heart disease and strokes. It is important therefore that we detect those most at risk. One way of doing this is to record blood pressure, height , weight, alcohol and tobacco habits and family history. All patients who have not been seen by a doctor or nurse for three years or more are asked to make an appointment to see the health care assistant for a check up. Influenza VaccinationsIn accordance with guidelines from the Department of Health, we recommend an influenza vaccination for patients aged 65 and over and those with chronic heart, lung or kidney disease, diabetes, asthma or any other chronic illness. Please ask for details of clinics etc during October. CounsellingIf you wish to have an appointment with the counsellor you will need to discuss this with your doctor first. DoctorsDr de Vries and Dr Naughton-Doe are full time partners in the practice. Dr McAlpin does seven surgeries per week. The doctors maintain personal lists to help ensure continuity of care. Please try to book your appointment with your usual doctor. In case of difficulty obtaining an appointment you may request that your doctor contacts you by telephone to discuss your request. In an emergency you may be seen by any of the doctors. Practice NursesWe have three practice
nurses and a health care assistant able to deal with many problems including minor
illnesses and injuries. The nurses may be seen by making an appointment. They
provide a full range of services and their clinics include diabetes, coronary
heart disease, asthma, blood pressure, the taking of blood, well woman, cervical
screening, contraception, healthy living, travel advice and vaccinations, elderly
screening and health checks. District NursesOur district nursing team provide care for people at home who are unable to attend the surgery. Most of their work is with the elderly, chronically sick and terminally ill. They may be contacted directly at Orchard Park Health Centre on 01482 857191. Health VisitorsOur health visitors are specially trained to provide advice on child care and family health issues. If you have any worries about the growth or development of your children then you may wish to contact them first. They will liaise with the doctors as appropriate. We hold a weekly clinic when baby can be given immunisations, be weighed, and advice provided on feeding, baby massage etc. You may contact the health visitor on 01482 857191 (Orchard Park Health Centre). The Health Care TeamOur aim is to provide
you with the best quality service that is achievable within the resource constraints
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