We no longer hold a well baby clinic at the centre.  If you would like to have your baby weighed or discuss their health or development with a Health Vistior pleqse ask at reception for detail of local clinics, or alternatively contact the Health VisitingTeam on 0161 225 9274

CHILDHOOD IMMUNISATION CLINIC Wednesday 9.45 - 11.45 am by appointment only

This clinic is run by our Practice Nurses and you can bring your child along for their immunisatiuons.  Appointments will be sent out by the Child Health Department for scheduled immunisation, or alternatively you can make an appointment at the desk.

1ST POINT OF CONTACT CLINIC Friday 12 noon - 1.00pm

This clinic is run by the midwife and is by appointment only.  You can now book into this clinic as soon as you know you are pregnant and the midwife will arange all your ante-natal care.

BOOKING CLINIC Friday 9.30am - 12 noon

This is run by the midwife. At this clinic the midwife will take a booking history and blood tests. She will also discuss with you your choices for maternity care.  Once you have seen the midwife at the 1st point of contact clinic she will makeyou an appointment to attend this clinic. 

ANTENATAL CLINIC Monday 9.00 am - 12 noon

This is run by the midwife. Regular check-ups will help you to stay healthy during pregnancy. Once you have seen the midwife at the booking clinic she will make you an appointment to atend the ante-natal clnic.

DRUG TREATMENT CLINICS

This clinic is held on a Tuesday morning by appointment only. The clinic offers treatment and support for drug users. The services available are:- inpatient/ outpatient detox; rehabilitation centre referral; management of drug use; HIV/Hep counselling; relapse prevention and employment/education referral. Please see your doctor for referral to this clinic.

Available by appointment with Dr Harris or the practice nurses to help you to stay healthy; cervical smears or breast examinations can be performed if required. You may also get advice if you have a problem. An appointment can be made at the reception desk.

The practice nurse is available to give you advice about a healthier lifestyle e.g. diet, exercise, smoking, alcohol. She will also check your blood pressure and weight and perform further tests if appropriate e.g. blood cholesterol. Please make an appointment at the reception desk.

This clinic aims to improve the care of our diabetic patients and is run by Catherine Whitrow, practice nurse and Dr Eeckelaers. Patients will be reviewed annually by invitation. If you wish to attend this clinic please see your doctor.

This is run by Mrs Hodges. The aims of this clinic are to help you to gain maximum benefit from your treatment, and to reduce the frequency of attacks. Please make an appointment at the reception desk.

This clinic is for patients with angina or who have had an heart attack. It is designed to help reduce risk factors and optimise medical treatment for your heart condition.

Please make an appointment at least three months in advance of your holiday to ensure adequate cover. A charge may be made for certain immunisations and vaccinations which are not covered by the NHS. A list of these charges is held at reception.

OTHER SERVICES AVAILABLE

FAMILY PLANNING

All of the doctors provide family planning advice. If you require a coil fitting (IUD) contact a local family planning clinic. All of the doctors will provide advice about termination of pregnancy and patients can now self-refer to one of the following organisations without having to see their doctor:

• British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS)
• Central Manchester NHS Trust
• Manchester Pregnancy Advisory Service

From 3rd October 2005 there will be one a central booking service that is able to offer an appointment at any of the above providers. It operates from 9.00am - 7.00pm on weekdays only. To make an appointment please ring: 0845 365 0565.

MINOR SURGERY

We have facilities to perform minor surgery such as freezing of warts and injection of joints. Please see your doctor.

HEALTH CHECKS FOR THE OVER 75s

If you are aged 75 years or over, you are entitled to an annual health check. Please make an appointment with the practice nurse. A home visit can be arranged if you are housebound.

HEALTH CHECKS FOR THE 15 - 74s

If you are aged between 15 - 74 years you are entitled to a three yearly health check. Please make an appointment with the practice nurse.

ALFA (Active Life For All)

ALFA works with members of the community by helping people to increase their levels of physical activity. This does not mean that you will have to go to a gym or an exercise class (although the option is there if you would prefer to do this).

ALFA accepts referrals from doctors, nurses, community organisations or you can refer yourself. If you would like to find out how ALFA can help you then please contact them on 0161 224 4673. You can also pick up a copy of the latest Physical Activity Directory at reception.

PRIVATE MEDICALS (e.g. HGV, PSV, Pre-employment)

Please make an appointment to see your own doctor. You will be charged at British Medical Association rates.

GENERAL HEALTH AND DISEASE INFORMATION SERVICE

We have a wide selection of leaflets and useful addresses (e.g. self-help groups). Please ask your doctor or the practice nurse.

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Non-NHS Services

Certain services are not covered by the NHS and you will be asked to pay a BMA recommended fee. These charges change each year and a list of the current rates is on display in the reception area and in the waiting room.