M.B., B.Ch., B.A.O., (2007 QUB), D.M.H., M.R.C.G.P

The duties of the practice nurse include working in the treatment room where they will deal with emergencies, take blood tests, do dressings and remove sutures and give other necessary treatments.

Appointments may be made with the practice nurse by booking them through the receptionist. Any person is free to make an appointment with her if they have a problem or require advice and feel that it is not necessary to consult the doctor about it.

The nurses will carry out baby vaccinations, diabetic and asthma reviews and any other long term condition reviews that are needed.

Our practice manager will be able to talk to you about any non-medical aspects of you health and treatment. She is always available to discuss any suggestions that may help to improve our service to you.

Our receptionists ARE here to help you. They may need to ask you for further details when you telephone. This is to ensure that we can assist you as speedily as possible. They are not being deliberately intrusive, and are bound by the same rules of confidentiality as the doctor and nurses.

The midwife attends the practice antenatal clinic every Tuesday at 13:00. She can also be contacted via the practice or via the contact phone number on antenatal shared care cards.

The midwife can also see patients at home or by arrangement at the practice

A health visitor is a registered nurse who has received training particularly related to babies, children and pregnant women. Their role is to provide families with children under five years old with support and advice around the general aspects of mental, physical and social wellbeing.

The health visitor is available at 028 855 67818.