Clinics And Other Services • • • • •

Antenatal Clinics

Monday 1.30 - 3.30pm with the community midwives. Please ring 020 8854 9426 for further information and appointment.

Asthma Management Clinic

Clinics are run by the practice nurse and health care assistant. They will give you advice on inhaling techniques, self-management and all other aspects of asthma treatment. We strongly advise you to attend the asthma clinic at least once a year. Please ring the surgery number to make an appointment.

Cervical Smears

This is a check to detect changes of the neck of the womb which, left untreated, may develop into cancer in future years. Ideally, the smear should be taken seven to ten days after you finish bleeding (mid-cycle). We strongly advise that all women between the ages of 25 and 64 attend regularly. The practice implements a recall system in accordance with national guidelines. Please ring the surgery to book an appointment.

We encourage patients to telephone after six to eight weeks for the results of their test, but we will inform you by post if the result is unsatisfactory.

Child Health Surveillance and Immunisations

Baby immunisations

Appointments should be booked with the doctor, which will present an opportunity to discuss other problems eg sleeping, feeding and child health worries.

Cryo Clinic (Warts)

Cryo clinics are held fortnightly by Dr Char on Thursday afternoons. You will need to see a doctor first for an assessment.

Diabetic Appointments

Please ring to make an appointment with our practice nurse for a diabetic check. Please ring to make an appointment. An initial diabetic assessment is carried out. Follow-up appointments to monitor control, treatment, support and education are offered according to the individual needs of the patient.

Ear Syringing

The practice nurse runs ear syringing clinics every Tuesday between 11.30am - 12.30pm. Please ring to make an appointment with the doctor before ear syringing is done. You will need to put olive oil in the ear/s for 10 days prior to ear syringing. Please bring a small towel with you when you attend your appointment. A patient information leaflet giving full details will be given to you by the reception staff.

Flu and Pneumonia Vaccine

Clinics run every autumn in accordance with Department of Health guidelines. We recommend an influenza vaccine to all patients with diabetes, chronic heart, lung or kidney disease and residents of nursing and rest homes. Pneumonia vaccine is also recommended for patients sharing the above criteria who have never had the vaccine before. The vaccination is available in October; please contact the surgery for further details and an appointment.

Health Checks and Patients Aged 75 And Over

All new patients registering with the practice will need to book for a health check. Details will be given to new patients as they register. Patients aged 75 and over are encouraged to attend for a health check on a yearly basis. Other patients who have never had a health check are encouraged to book an appointment with the practice nurse or health care assistant.

Minor Surgery Clinics

We perform a range of procedures at the Health Centre. Please see your doctor for an assessment first. Clinics are held on Fridays between 1.30 - 4.00pm by Dr Aggarwal for minor skin lesions, ganglions, vasectomy, pile injections, sigmoidoscopy.

Travel Immunisations

We offer a comprehensive service, including travel advice. Please try and let us know in plenty of time before your journey as you will need to complete a travel questionnaire.

Well Women's Clinics

These are held by our practice nurse. Please make an appointment with reception staff.

Travel Clinics

Our practice nurse will be pleased to give advice to those patients going abroad. Please allow adequate time in order for the vaccine(s) to become effective. Certain vaccines are chargeable. When attending please bring your past vaccination records if available.

Before You Go
Well before travelling abroad, check with your travel agent or the tourist office/embassy of the country you intend to visit on any special precautions you may need to take. At least two months before departure discuss any vaccination requirements with the practice nurse. Pack a small first aid kit containing adhesive dressings, insect repellent, antiseptic cream, water purification tablets etc; all are available from your local pharmacist.

When Abroad
Check on the quality of the drinking water. If in doubt, either drink only bottled water or use water purification tablets. Avoid ice in drinks as this may well have been made from contaminated water. Raw vegetables, salads and fresh fruits should be carefully washed in clean water. If in doubt stick to freshly cooked food.

Beware of the sun! Use a high factor sunscreen particularly in the first few days of exposure.

On Your Return
If you have sustained an injury and received treatment whilst abroad, please inform your doctor when you return.

Donating Blood
When donating blood, please tell the transfusion staff which countries you visited.