Our Practice Team.

Doctors

Nurse Practitioners

At both medical centres you may be offered an appointment at the minor illness clinic run by our advanced nurse practitioner. The nurse practitioner will be responsible for taking history, examination, diagnosis and treatment for minor illnesses. They are also able to prescribe and will of course refer/discuss with a doctor when appropriate.

Nurses

 At present we have a team of practice nurses, all of whom can provide a variety of services. Their numerous tasks include infant and adult immunisations, cervical smears and family planning, dressings and removal of stitches, and clinics to monitor blood pressure, asthma cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Appointments may be made by phoning your surgery after 9.30am each morning.

Healthcare Assistants

Our Healthcare Assistants see all new patients for advice regarding smoking, weight checks, blood pressure checks, and ECG's.

First Contact Physiotherapist

When a patient presents with any pain coming from joints, muscles, soft tissues, nerves, etc., a First Contact Physiotherapist uses their assessment and communication skills to diagnose Musculoskeletal problems. They will then provide guidance to manage patients’ symptoms. If symptoms persist, a patient’s condition worsens, or a pattern of pain and symptoms are not MSK related, they will direct or refer patients to the most appropriate department.

Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians

Clinical pharmacists and Technicians are an integral part of our clinical team, supporting our Doctors and Nurses. They are highly qualified experts in medicines and can help people in a range of ways. This includes carrying out structured medication reviews for patients with ongoing health problems and improving patient safety, outcomes and value through a person-centred approach.

Practice Management Team

Our Practice Manager runs the practice. They are ultimately in charge of all staff and clinicians. Along with the Practice’s Partners, the Practice Manager leads the vision of the Practice- as well as ensuring contractual obligations are met. The Practice Manager is supported by an Assistant and Operations Manager.

Receptionists & Administrators

We employ a number of staff who perform various administrative tasks and reception duties. They work in the “engine room” at both medical centres and are the people with whom you first make contact, either on the telephone or when you visit the centre. When not assisting patients, these members of staff complete reports, handle documents and ensure that patient records are up-to-date.

Community & Attached Staff

There are other staff who are not employed directly by us but who do work just as closely as part of the primary healthcare team.

This group comprises health visitors, district nurses, midwives and school health nurses, learning disability nurses and podiatrists.