Clinics

We offer a full range of NHS services, which includes:

Family Planning And Sexual Health

Sex is a normal aspect of adult life. It is very important that you know about sexual health and take seriously the responsibility of protecting yourself from unwanted diseases or pregnancies - we can advise on all aspects of sexual health and provide a full range of contraceptive methods including emergency contraception (the 'morning-after pill'). We can also help you with the termination of a pregnancy.

If you think you may be at risk of having a sexual infection, you can come in and see us to talk about it and get tested.

Our nurses do repeat prescriptions of the pill for those needing further supplies.

Emergency Contraception

This is available from our nurses.

Cervical Smears

If you wish to have a smear please make an appointment with one of the nurses. Routine cervical screening tests should begin at age 25. It is not recommended for women under this age. The aim of cervical screening is to reduce the risk of cancer of the cervix by finding and treating cell changes that could, over time, develop into cancer.

Maternity Care

This is available from the doctors. The midwifery team are based at the Royal United Hospital.

Child Development, Assessment And Immunisations

This is available from the doctors, nurses and our health visitor.

Travel

When travelling the world it is essential to protect yourself from the sorts of diseases you may encounter whilst away. Vaccinations against infectious disease are a major part of this protection and we encourage you to book to see our specialist nurses in our travel clinic to discuss your travel plans and what immunisations you will need. Many need to be given weeks or even months before you depart, so don't leave it too late.

We offer a full range of vaccinations and are a registered Yellow Fever centre. A charge will be made for certain vaccinations which are not covered by the NHS. A list of these charges is available at reception.

Minor Surgery

All the doctors perform minor surgery.

Anti-coagulation Monitoring

A warfarin monitoring service is available through the practice.

Treatment Rooms

The nurses run our treatment rooms, which are available daily. They can help you with: minor illness, blood tests, self help for mild mental health problems, dressings, removal of stitches, contraceptive pill repeats, emergency contraception, ear syringing, asthma reviews, diabetic reviews, smoking cessation advice, immunisations (including flu, MMR and Meningitis C), travel vaccinations and advice.

Counselling

For problems such as stress, anxiety, exam nerves, loneliness, depression, eating disorders and alcohol and drug misuse you can make an appointment with any of the doctors for assessment and possible referral to the practice-based counselling team or community mental health team.

In addition to this NHS-funded service, the University of Bath provides a free counselling service for the benefit of its students and staff. For more information contact the student support services on 01225 384796.

Flu Vaccinations

An influenza vaccination is recommended annually for patients who are aged 65 and over, and those in clinical risk groups (eg diabetes, lung disease including asthma, heart disease, kidney disease and low immunity due to disease or treatment). Please contact the reception staff in September for details of vaccination dates and to make an appointment. If you are unable to attend the surgery a home visit can be arranged.

Trials/Research

The medical centre is occasionally involved in clinical research (clinical trials). Clinical research offers the opportunity to be involved in developing new treatments and can be exciting and rewarding for both patients and the clinical research team. You may be invited to take part in clinical trials and we hope that you will consider participating in any suitable studies since this could prove beneficial to both you and the others in the future.

Other Services

The medical centre also provides care for patients with diabetes, asthma, thyroid problems, high blood pressure, heart disease, epilepsy, sports injuries, musculo-skeletal and rheumatological problems, skin diseases, gynaecological problems and stomach and bowel problems.

Other NHS Services

There is also a local ‘Walk-In Centre’ at Riverside Health Centre for advice or treatment for minor illness (eg cystitis) and simple injuries. They are open between 7.15am and 10.00pm daily.

NHS Direct (Tel: 0845 4647) is a nurse-led telephone service offering healthcare advice and information 24 hours a day, or you can visit NHS Direct online at www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk