Clinics

In addition to GP consultations the practice adheres to the General Medical Services Contract for the provision of healthcare services:

Essential Services 

  • Asthma
  • COPD
  • Coronary heart disease
  • Diabetes
  • Stroke

Additional Services

  • Blood pressure
  • Blood and cholesterol tests
  • Cervical smears - by appointment with the practice nurse
  • Ear syringing
  • Family planning - with the practice nurses and doctor  for advice on all forms of contraception including OCP, Depo-Provera injection, Implant and coil fitting. 
  • Health/lifestyle promotion - including advice on diet and alcohol, exercise, smoking and weight.
  • INR Monitoring - For patients who are on warfarin we offer an in-house monitoring service with the Practice Nurses at Old School Surgery by appointment. 
  • Child health & immunisation - with the doctor in conjunction with the practice nurse. 
  • Maternity Services - all midwifery antenatal care is now run from the Kent & Canterbury birthing unit in close liaison with your GP. Bookings are now made by contacting the Midwife services directly. Please E.mail  www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/maternity  to find the booking form. You will need your NHS number for this.
  • Minor surgery - by appointment with the doctor at Old School on Saturday mornings
  • Vaccinations and immunisations - by appointment, please ring the reception team on 01227 738282 to enquire. 
  • Well woman - includes advice on pre-menopausal problems, HRT and breast examinations.

Travel Vaccinations

If you're planning to travel outside the UK, you may need to be vaccinated against some of the serious diseases found in other parts of the world.

 

Non-NHS Services

Some services provided are not covered under our contract with the NHS and therefore attract charges.