Our Services

 Cervical Screening

Smear tests are available by contacting reception. Our practice nurse routinely carries these tests out. You may also book with a GP.

 

Test Results

All results have to be checked by the doctor so we ask that you ring between 3pm - 5pm. If the results are normal you will be told this directly by the receptionist. If there is a problem the receptionist will give you further instructions e.g. to repeat results by a specified date or to make a routine appointment to see the doctor.

Please note that we do have a strict policy regarding confidentiality and data protection. In this respect we will only give out results to the person they relate to unless that person has given prior permission for their release or if they are not capable of understanding the results.

Maternity Care

There is a bi-weekly midwife led antental clinic. Attendance by appointment

 Heart Disease

Heart Disease is the most common cause of death in Northern Ireland. You can reduce your risk by doing the following

  • Following a low fat diet

  • Take regular exercise

  • Stop smoking

  • Have your cholesterol and blood pressure checked regularly

 

Child Health

There is a health visitor attached to our Practice.

The health visitor can provide advice on many aspects of care for pre-school children.

Family Planning

General contraceptive services are available by appointment with all doctors.

Diabetes/Asthma/COPD

Clinics are held by the practice nurse. Please telephone and make your appointment as soon as your receive your recall letter.

Diabetes

If you have a close relative who is diabetic then you are at increased risk of developing this condition. Please bring a sample of urine for testing at three yearly intervals.

Breast Screening

All women between the ages of 50-70 years of age should attend the mobile screening unit for mammography. If you have a family history of breast cancer please contact the doctor as you may need early or more regular screening.

Non-NHS Services

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

  • Reports for Insurance Companies - please see Practice Privacy Notice

  • Medicals for pre-employment, sports and driving requirements (HGV, PSV etc.)

  • Insurance claim forms

  • Passport signing

  • Prescriptions for taking medication abroad

  • Private sick notes

  • Vaccination certificates

  • DNA Testing

The fees charged are based on the British Medical Association (BMA) suggested scales and our reception staff will be happy to advise you about them along with appointment availability.