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The Doctors
The Health Centre TeamPractice Manager: Debbie Isaac Assistant Practice Manager: Nicola May Dispensary Manager: Janet Hayward Reception Supervisor: Erica Ballard The staff of the Health Centre are there to help you. Please be patient when they are busy. Should you have any queries or suggestions about non-medical aspects of your care, please ask to speak to the practice manager or assistant practice manager. Practice NursesAnn Bashford RGN, Lisa Down RGN and Mandy Wilson RGN The practice nurses run asthma, diabetes, blood pressure, family planning, cervical smear, non-smoking and other specialised clinics in conjunction with the partners. They run health checks on newly registered patients who need repeat prescriptions and assist with certain clinical procedures, by appointment only. They also man the treatment room with the health care assistant for dressings, injections and vaccinations and occasional ear syringing. Health Care AssistantsLesley Dyson and Barbara Wright The health care assistants are trained phlebotomist who also undertake ECGs and INR checks. They also assist the nursing team with various clinics and assist the doctors with certain minor operations carried out within the practice. Health VisitorsHealth visitors are particularly interested in preventative care and offer advice on the health of mothers and babies, children, the elderly and the handicapped. They can be contacted on 01342 711 295. Community NursesCommunity nurses see patients on home visits. Community MidwifeThe community midwife undertakes maternity care with your doctor. Messages may be left at the health centre (01342 713031) or by telephoning 01444 441 881 extension 8414 or 8418, 8.30 – 9.30am, Monday to Friday. Community Psychiatric NurseThe community psychiatric nurse cares for patients with emotional and psychological problems. Messages may be left at the health centre (01342 713031) or by telephoning 01342 326928 (Springvale Community Mental Health Centre). |
