Chaperone Services

For certain examinations an impartial observer, called a chaperone, may be required. 

You may also request a chaperone for any examination or consultation if one is not offered to you. The clinician may not undertake an examination if a chaperone is declined. 

The chaperone will be a member of staff who has been chaperone trained.

If a chaperone is unavailable at the time of your consultation, then your examination may be re-scheduled for another time. 

The role of a chaperone: 

  • Maintains professional boundaries during intimate examinations. 
  • Acknowledges a patient’s vulnerability. 
  • Provides emotional comfort and reassurance. 
  • Assists in the examination. 
  • Assists with undressing patients, if required.  

Pharmacies & Late Night Pharmacies

Community pharmacists offer clinical advice and over-the-counter medicines. They do this for a range of minor illnesses, such as coughs, colds, sore throats, tummy trouble and aches and pains.

If symptoms suggest it is something more serious, pharmacists are able to help you get the help you need. For example, they will tell you if you need to see a GP, nurse or other healthcare professional.

Pharmacists train for 5 years in the use of medicines, managing minor illnesses and providing health & wellbeing advice.

Many pharmacies are open until late and at weekends and you do not need an appointment. They often have a private room where you can discuss issues without being overheard.

You can find out your nearest open pharmacy by clicking on the following link. 

Find a pharmacy.

Other Services

Before you make an appointment with your GP surgery, think about what other services might be able to help.

  • Go to a pharmacy for advice and treatment for minor conditions that do not need a prescription.
  • Call NHS 111 if you have an urgent medical problem, but you’re not sure what to do.
  • Visit nhs.uk for urgent medical advice for people aged five and over only.
  • Visit a sexual health clinic for testing for sexually transmitted infections and contraception advice.

You do not have to make an appointment or register for these services.

Urgent Treatment Centres

If you have a minor injury or illness that needs medical attention – but is not life threatening – you can get help at your nearest urgent treatment centre! Urgent treatment centres can treat many conditions including:

• Sprains and strains
• Cuts and grazes
• Suspected broken limbs
• Coughs and cold
• Ear and throat infections

If you’re still not sure where to go or what to do, contact NHS111  – they can help assess and direct you to the right place to go.

Clinics We Offer

We provide a range of services and clinics.

The following clinics are available at our practice by appointment:

  • Asthma
  • Diabetes
  • Hypertension
  • Heart Disease
  • Family Planning Advice
  • Healthy Living Advice
  • Blood Pressure Checks
  • Dressings
  • Minor Ailment Clinics
  • Cervical Smears
  • Baby Immunisations
  • Blood Pressure and Urine Checks
  • Childhood Immunisations
  • Minor Surgery
  • Registration Health Checks
  • Covid and flu