Clinics

Please refer to our Non – NHS Services and Travel Risk Assessment page for more information

A GP is not adequately trained to handle dental issues such as toothaches, abscesses, or complications following dental treatment. We are unable to prescribe antibiotics, as a full assessment by a dentist is required before any medication can be given.

We strongly recommend that patients register with a dentist and attend regular check-ups for appropriate routine and emergency dental care.

For emergency dental treatment outside normal working hours, registered patients should contact their dental surgery. The surgery should have an answerphone message with instructions on how to access out-of-hours dental care.

If no message is provided, please call NHS 111 for information on dental services in your area.

Please note that you may be required to pay for emergency NHS dental treatment, depending on your circumstances.

Patients can consult our practice nurse during any clinic session for family planning advice or to discuss preparing for pregnancy.

The First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) is available to assist with soft tissue, muscle, and joint pain. Based on your symptoms, our reception team may schedule an appointment with an FCP instead of a GP. Please note that this appointment is solely for assessment and advice.

Criteria for Booking Appointments with First Contact Physiotherapists:

The First Contact Physiotherapists (FCPs) in Primary Care specialize in assessing patients with soft tissue, muscle, and joint pain to determine the most appropriate management pathway. FCPs are physiotherapists with expertise in Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions and may also be referred to as Advanced Practice Physiotherapists (APP) or MSK Practitioners.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Soft tissue injuries, sprains, strains, or sports injuries
• Arthritis in any joint
• Potential issues with muscles, ligaments, tendons, or bones (e.g., tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, ankle sprains)
• Spinal pain, including lower back, mid-back, and neck pain
• Spinal-related pain in arms or legs, including nerve symptoms (e.g., pins and needles, numbness)
• Post-orthopaedic surgery (criteria may vary by locality)

Exclusion Criteria:

Patients who prefer not to see an FCP

Acutely unwell patients

Children under 16

Medical management of rheumatoid conditions

Women’s health, including antenatal and postnatal issues

House-bound patients

Medication reviews for non-MSK conditions

Neurological and respiratory conditions

Headaches

Acute mental health crises

The NHS Health Check is a free, thorough health assessment available to adults in England aged 40 to 74. It is designed to detect early signs of conditions like heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and type 2 diabetes. By identfying potential health issues early, the NHS Health Check supports patients by taking proactive steps to enhance their health and lower the risk of serious conditions.

Social prescribing link workers connect individuals with local community activities and services designed to enhance their health and wellbeing. A crucial aspect of their role will be building relationships with the people they support by carefully listening to what matters to them and what motivates them.

Social prescribing is an integral part of Universal Personalised Care. This approach links people to activities, groups, and services within their community to address the practical, social, and emotional needs that impact their health and wellbeing (NHS England).

Please note that we are a non-urgent service for individuals aged 18 and over.