What support do I need?

Find out more about the services and help provided at our surgery, and the support available in the community.

Who should I see?

We try to keep our GP appointments for patients with more serious health problems.

Before you book an appointment to see a doctor please consider whether an appointment with a practice nurse might be appropriate. They can help you with a wide range of medical problems.

Our receptionists can help you decide which is the right person for you to see.

NHS Health A-Z

You can find information about different health conditions and treatments by using the NHS Health A-Z.

Further support

Mental health

Find more information about the services and support available at the surgery and in the community to help you manage your mental health.

Vaccinations

Learn more about what vaccinations are offered at our surgery and why they’re safe and important.

Muscle and joint pain

Find out how to get support for muscle and joint pain.

Sexual health

Contact your local sexual health and contraception service clinic to find out more about the services available and to arrange an appointment.

Self-care

If you have a cough, cold, headache or other minor ailment try treating yourself at home first. Please remember that self-care for common conditions can help free up our GPs’ time, making it easier to get an appointment when you have a more serious condition.

Your pharmacist can help too

Pharmacists are highly trained health professionals and can give you confidential health advice for a range of common illnesses and complaints.

Don’t wait for a GP appointment for coughs, colds, aches and pains. Just give your local pharmacy a call or drop in – there’s no need to make an appointment.

Your pharmacists can also help you decide if you need to see a doctor or nurse.

NHS 111

11 is the free NHS non-emergency number.

You should use the NHS 111 service if you urgently need medical help or advice but it’s not a life-threatening situation.

Call 111 if:

  • you need medical help fast but it’s not a 999 emergency
  • you think you need to go to A&E or need another NHS urgent care service
  • you don’t know who to call or you don’t have a GP to call
  • you need health information or reassurance about what to do next

A&E

A&E is for life-threatening accidents and emergencies only. Before you go there, ask yourself, “Is it a real emergency?”

If not, please consider using other local health services before you visit A&E