On initial diagnosis of Diabetes, you will be referred to Diabetes Education. You will also be referred to Podiatry to have your feet checked and also for retinal screening to monitor the condition of your eyes. Following this, all patients will be invited for annual review in the Diabetic Clinic. You will be requested to have a blood test two weeks prior to your appointment, so that your results can be discussed. Your blood test will include, cholesterol, kidney function and blood sugar levels. Some patients may require more frequent blood testing. You will also be asked to bring a sample of urine. The Nurse will measure your height, weight and waist and record your blood pressure. The Nurse will offer lifestyle advise and check your feet and refer you back to Podiatry if necessary. You may also be referred to see a dietician if required. Patients will be recommended to have an annual flu vaccine and Pneumonia vaccine. This clinic provides an opportunity for patients to discuss any concerns they may have regarding their condition. The practice contacts its diabetic patients so it may monitor their care, however, if you need to see the nurse please contact the surgery for an appointment.

If you are aged between 40 and 74 you may be eligible for a FREE Healthy Heart Check (NHS Health Check). The check aims to help you lower your risk of four common but often preventable diseases: heart disease, stroke, diabetes and kidney disease. It’s for adults aged between 40 and 74 who have not already been diagnosed with any one of those four conditions

If you are eligible for a Healthy Heart Check, you will be invited for a check once every five years. Alternatively, you can make an appointment at your convenience. At the check your risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and diabetes will be assessed, and you’ll be offered personalised advice and support to help you lower that risk.

The check will take around 20-30 minutes:

• You’ll be asked some simple questions about your family history and lifestyle
• Your height, weight and waist measurement will be recorded
• Your blood pressure and pulse will be taken
• A blood test will check your cholesterol level and blood sugars.

You will be given a full explanation of your results and the opportunity to discuss these with a healthcare professional.

For further Information please go to http://hhctees.org/index.html

All patients who have a history of heart disease, including angina, heart attacks and following heart surgery will be invited to an annual routine check up. You will be requested to have a blood test, which includes your cholesterol and glucose two weeks prior to this appointment. Your review will be carried out by one of our Practice Nurses and will include monitoring your height, weight, blood pressure and urine testing. Lifestyle advise, medication, blood results and any symptoms will be discussed. Patients will be recommended to have an annual flu vaccine and one Pneumonia vaccine. We write to these patients annually, however, if you wish to be seen in this clinic, please ring reception to make an appointment.

Counselling services are available to all patients. If you have symptoms labelled “stress” “Anxiety” or “depression” and would welcome the opportunity to understand and resolve them, counselling could be helpful to you. 

If you wish to make an appointment for your child to be vaccinated by the practice nurse please contact the surgery. The Parents/Guardians will be sent reminders when their child’s immunisations are due.

A phlebotomist is available to take blood Monday – Friday

The practice provides near patient testing for patients requiring monitoring of long term medication.

Smoking can lead to cancer, heart disease, lung disease and strokes. We strongly advise you to quit.

The best way of stopping smoking is with a combination of medication and specialist support. See the following link for advice on ways to quit and how to access local support services: https://www.nhs.uk/smokefree

You can also try the NHS Quit Smoking app.