We aim to offer services which are young people friendly. We welcome young people and aim to put them at ease when they come to the practice.
We have compiled some useful information which young people have told us is important to them when it comes to their health.
We have also provided information on your rights as a young person. Please click here
40 Plus Health Checks
Everyone aged 40-74 who does not have a pre-existing heart condition is eligible for a health check once every five years. It is a free check-up of your overall health. It can tell you whether you’re at higher risk of getting certain health problems, such as:
During the check-up you’ll discuss how to reduce your risk of these conditions.
If you think you are eligible but have not been invited, please get in touch with us to request an appointment.
You can view more information here NHS Health Check – NHS
Annual health check Learning Disability and Autism
All patients aged 14 years and over with a learning disability and/or autism are eligible for an annual health check. An annual health check can help you stay well by talking to a doctor or nurse about your health and finding any problems early, so they can be sorted out.
You do not have to be ill to have a health check – in fact, most people have their annual health check when they are feeling well.
If you have a learning disability or care for somebody who does, make sure we are aware of this because not everyone may be on the practice’s Learning Disability register. You can do this by telling our reception team, doctor or nurse.
Once on the register you will receive an invite each year to attend an appointment.
You can view more information here Learning disabilities – Annual health checks – NHS
Carers health checks
The carers health check is the same as the NHS Health Check but is about looking after you as a Carer. It will focus on your own health and wellbeing and whether there are any areas you need support with. It is a chance to talk about your concerns and hopes for the future. The check covers the questions which Carers have told us are important.
Please get in touch to book your appointment.
Medical Examinations for special reasons, (e.g. employment, fitness to drive or insurance forms) are not part of general medical services and are not undertaken during routine surgery times.
As special arrangements must be made a fee is payable.
The following staff, employed by the South Tyneside Foundation Trust (STFT), are attached to our Practice:
District Nurse – Mrs Sandra Harrald.
Midwife – Mrs Kelly Dove (the midwife runs our antenatal clinic and provides care during pregnancy.)
Health Visitor –
Smears should be done every 3 years (aged 25-49) and every 5 years (aged 50-65). Please make an appointment with our Practice Nurse in normal surgery hours.
This clinic is usually held on a Thursday afternoon. Treatment is undertaken by an appointment to avoid long waits at the hospital.
A large variety of conditions can be quickly dealt with.
Postnatal examination will be done during the baby clinic for the convenience of mothers.
Tuesday 13:30 – 15:30.
This clinic is for well children. Sick children should be seen during surgery hours.
Wednesday 13:30 — 15:30
These appointments are arranged by the midwife, Mrs Ashleigh Barker, herself.
