We always strive to improve patient access to services within the Practice. We have qualified Nurse Practitioners who are accredited to prescribe for a range of minor ailments:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infections e.g. cough, wheeze / chest symptoms / fever
- Urinary Tract Infections e.g. pain on passing urine, frequency in passing urine, smelly urine
- Eyes - simple conjunctivitis / allergic eye reactions
- Ears - earache / blocked ears / hearing changes
- Contraception: including Emergency Contraception / sexual health advice
- Asthma / COPD
- Skin Complaints - eczema, psoriasis, rashes
- Hay Fever
- Minor Injuries - sprains, strains, lacerations, wounds, dressings
Many of these issues can be dealt with by the local pharmacy. When booking an appointment, you may be asked additional questions about your reason for calling, this is so that the Telephonist / Receptionist can determine the most appropriate clinician to see. If you do not want to say why you feel you need an appointment, this is of course your perogative. However, knowing why you are calling can help us direct you appropriately to the right person and help us prioritise your needs.