Doctors Clinic

Long Clawson Medical Practice operates an open access surgery from 08:30-11:00 every weekday morning.  Below is a table giving details on the which GP will be on open access surgery.

PLEASE NOTE THIS MAY CHANGE DUE TO HOLIDAY AND SICKNESS COVER

2010 Flu Jabs

Long Clawson Medical Practice will be holding the following influenza vaccinations clinics:

If you would like to book an appointment please telephone 01664 822214 ext 1

Patient Participation Group

Long Clawson Medical Practice & Pharmacy PPG requires patients’ to sit on the Patient Participation Group. 

The group is there to advise the Practice on patients’ views regarding the development of the Practice and Pharmacy and allow the Practice to consider patients views when reviewing and expanding services.

This involves attending a monthly meeting and giving ideas and feedback to the Practice

If you are interested the contact Caroline Goulding Practice Manager on 01664 821920 or email caroline.goulding@gp-c82016.nhs.uk  

Opticians Clinic

The next Opticians clinic will be held at Long Clawson Medical Practice on

28th September 2010 from 2:00pm .  If you would like to make an appointment please contact reception on 01664 822214 ext 1

New Direct Dial Number for Long Clawson Pharamcy

Long Clawson Pharamcy has a new direct dial telephone number 01664 821925.

This number will be open from 08:00am - 6:30pm and 09:00am-12:00pm on Saturdays.

You must still order your repeat medication on 01664 822214 ext 2

Administration Enquiries

If you would like to contact us regarding general administration enquiries we have established an email address that can be used for this purpose.

lcmpadmin@gp-c82016.nhs.uk

Chiropody Clinic

Long Clawson Medical Practice will be hosting a Chiropody clinic on 23rd September 2010. Each appointment will cost £20.00 per appointment

If you would like to book an appointment then please contact reception on 01664 822214 ext 1.

Patient Staisfaction Results

The results of our patient survey have been published. 

In summary the results are very pleasing.  They illustrate that we have a comprehensive appointment system that can cater for the needs of our population, and overall the 98% of patients who responded stated that they could get an urgent appointment within 48 hours of requesting it.

If you would like to access the full report then please click here

Weight Loss Drug

long Clawson Pharmacy will see a new non prescription weight loss tablet called Alli - first non prescription medication to be licensed for adults with a BMI ( Body Mass Index) of over 28.

The Alli programme is a balanced, healthy approach to weight loss that encompassess the Alli capsule and a range of personalised, useful advice and support to help you acheive your weight loss.

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Travel health

Do you travel to Europe on business or pleasure? Please check the expiry date on your European Health Insurance Card.

From 1st April 09 UK residents visiting the Channel Islands must ensure they have adequate travel insurance more>>

Saturday morning surgeries

Long Clawson Medical Practice now provides a Saturday morning surgery.  This clinic is designed for patients who are unable to attend the surgery during the week. This will not be an open access surgery more>>

Finding the right treatment

Sometimes it is quite difficult to know where is the right place to go for treatment. Normally your GP practice is the first place to go but there are a variety of alternative sources of treatment besides your GP practice in our area ranging form NHS walk-in centres to seeking advice from your pharmacist.

Often a problem can be resolved with a simple telephone call either to us or to the PCT out-of-hours service more>>

Carers

We are committed to addressing the specific needs of carers who have to provide long term care for anyone who is chronically ill or disabled. We can offer help and support and put you in contact with other agencies which can assist you. Please ask for further information.