Clinics

Well Baby Clinic (including immunisation)

Sick children should not be brought to this clinic, which is run by the health visitor and one of the doctors.

Parents/guardians of children will receive notifications via the local Community Health Services when immunisations are due. Immunisations are essential to protect children from serious illness. They are given by practice nurses, doctors and health visitors according to the following schedule:-

Health Visitor Advisory Sessions

This is run by the health visitor every Tuesday afternoon between 2.00 and 4.00pm. There are facilities to weigh your baby and the sessions provide an opportunity todiscuss health-related issues.

Parentcraft Classes

For information on parentcraft classes please contact your midwife or the John Radcliffe Hospital.

Antenatal Clinic

Each doctor and midwife attached to the practice runs their own antenatal clinics. These are held weekly and are run by appointment.

Diabetic Clinic - Every Tuesday And Friday 8.30 - 11.00am

Dr Jones and Dr Akinola (alternate Tuesday), Dr Frankum (Friday) and our practice nurse run these clinics. All patients with diabetes should be seen regularly.

If you are not being seen regularly please make an appointment to be seen in the clinic.

Respiratory Clinic

Your GP may refer you to this if you have chronic lung problems or asthma.

Minor Surgery

We provide a full range of minor surgical procedures. These include removal of lumps and bumps, joint injections, cryotherapy (freezing) for skin problems. Ask your doctor.

Family Planning

We offer a comprehensive service including fitting both coils and caps within normal surgery hours. Our practice nurses will be happy to see you for ROUTINE family planning, ie pill, cap, injections and coil checks. All methods of family planning can be discussed and well woman checks are available.

Emergency (‘Morning After’) Contraception

Despite the fact that we can supply all forms of contraception, some people still have sex without taking precautions. Occasionally accidents can happen, such as a condom bursting. In this situation you should use emergency contraception. This can be used up to 72 hours (three days) after unprotected sex, but is more effective the earlier it is taken. Make an appointment to see a doctor or the practice nurse in the emergency surgery for advice.

Travel Immunisation

We offer a full range of travel vaccines for those travelling abroad on holiday or business. The practice nurses will be pleased to advise you. Please make an appointment to see her, if possible two months before travelling. We are unable to carry out travel consultations over the phone; you need to make an appointment. If you are going backpacking, you should consult our nurse three months before departure date.

Yellow Fever

We are a Yellow Fever Centre and can offer this immunisation on the premises. This vaccine is not part of the NHS service, therefore a fee will be charged.

Adult Immunisation

1. Tetanus - patients should be fully immunised. Five tetanus injections in a lifetime gives you cover for life. If you suffer a dirty wound, ring up for advice.
2. Rubella (German Measles) immunisations - women thinking of starting a family should get their immunity checked. Ask your doctor or the practice nurse.
3. Flu immunisation - this is strongly recommended for those over 65 years and people of all ages who suffer from heart, kidney or lung diseases, asthma and diabetes. It is also advisable for those living or working in institutions or nursing homes.
4. Pneumococcal vaccination - this is a once in a lifetime vaccination against pneumonia, meningitis and septicaemia. If you are eligible for the flu immunisation, it is strongly recommended that you have the pneumococcal vaccination also.

Health Screening/Well Woman/Well Man

The practice nurse can advise you on diet, alcohol, smoking and exercise. Your blood pressure can be checked, and she will be pleased to discuss other health issues with you. Please make an appointment for a fasting blood test one week before your appointment (you will need to ask the receptionist to do a blood request form).

Cervical Screening (Smears)

This is recommended every three to five years depending on the patient's age. Patients will be notified when their next smear is due.