Clinics & Services

The practice provides a wide range of services, as follows:-

Anti-Coagulation monitoring

The clinic is held every Wednesday for both registered patients and those referred from other practices. 

Baby Clinics and Developmental Checks

Baby vaccination clinic (8 weeks) with a Nurse on Tuesday mornings.

Baby developmental check (after 6 weeks) with a GP (Partner) Monday - Friday. 

For routine baby checks carried out by the Health Visitors you will need to contact Hounslow & Richmond Community Care, HRCH. www.hrch.nhs.uk

Blood Tests

Please note that all blood samples require a booked appointment. You should be invited by a clinician to have a blood test.

Clinics are held daily between 08.30-12:30 if these times are not suitable you are able to take your request form to Kingston Hospital to use their walk in service.

Contraceptive & Family Planning Clinic every Tuesday 16:00-19:30 

A women's health clinic including cervical smears, sexual health screening and a full range of contraceptive services.

We also offer pre-booked appointments for coil and contraceptive implant fitting for our own patients and those referred by other surgeries.

Please click here Coil and Implant Fitting.doc for more information on our Coil and Implant fitting 

Diabetic Clinic

Weekly (Nurse led - by appointment only)

Lifestyle Advice

Diet & weight loss and No smoking

Maternity Services

The practice offers both ante-natal and post-natal care 

Travel Clinic

Everyday 08:30-18:00 with an extended clinic on Tuesday evening from 16:00-20:00 (by appointment only)

St Mary’s University

Registration

The York Medical practice manages the Health Centre at St Mary's University. We advise all students residing on campus to register with us to ensure continuity of medical care. If you are living off campus you are welcome to join the practice.

The main registration is in September when students first arrive at the campus. If you cannot register then, we can register you at a later date. Please download a University Health Registration form and a NHS Registration form, complete these and bring them with you to the University Health Centre.

We list below the registration forms to enable you to print, fill in and bring them along at the point of registration.

NHS Registration Form

 St Mary's University Students Registration Form

Appointments

Appointments are on a walk-in basis however you can make a pre-booked appointment with the nurse prescriber or can make an appointment to see a doctor at the main surgery. The University Health Centre is only open during term time.

Opening Times

As a patient at the University Health Centre you will be registered with the York Medical practice. This is separate and independent from other College services therefore, your medical records, consultations and subsequent treatments are strictly private and confidential.

All the usual NHS/GP services are freely available to registered patients, though you will have to pay for prescription charges unless you are still under 19 years or hold a current Exemption Certificate.

If you return to your home whilst on holiday within the United Kingdom and you require medical attention or advice then seek this help from your local Surgery. However, you need to apply as a Temporary Resident as you are already registered with the University Health Centre and therefore, you can access NHS services on a temporary basis without de-registering.

Medical

First year students please ensure that you have had your MMR vaccinations before you arrive at the University. If you have not checked your vaccination status then please let the nurse know as soon as possible.

Test Results

If you have had a blood or urine test the result will be available in seven days.  If you ring our practice telephone number 020 8744 0220  from 10:30 onwards a receptionist will be able to help you. If necessary the nurse or doctor will ask you to come in to talk about more complex results. Please note it is your responsibility to ask for the results after your doctor has arranged a test. Always check – never assume a result is normal.

Please note that we do have a strict policy regarding confidentiality and data protection. In this respect we will only give out results to the person they relate to unless that person has given prior permission for their release or if they are not capable of understanding them.

Non-NHS Services

Some services provided are not covered under our contract with the NHS and therefore attract charges. Examples include the following:

• Medicals for pre-employment, sports and driving requirements (HGV, PSV etc.)

• Insurance claim forms
  

• Prescriptions for taking medication abroad

• Private sick notes

• Vaccination certificates

The fees charged are based on the British Medical Association (BMA) suggested scales and our reception staff will be happy to advise you about them along with appointment availability.
 

PAYMENT

WE ACCEPT:
Credit Cards (except American Express & Diners Club)
Debit Cards
Cash

WE DO NOT ACCEPT: Cheques or Foreign Currency

There are a number of clinical conditions that our nursing team can deal with, without having to book a doctor's appointment. These minor conditions are as follows:-

• Chest infections
• Colds
• Cuts and sprains
• Diarrhoea and vomiting
• Ear infections
• Eye infections
• Female problems
• Minor injuries
• Musculoskeletal problems
• Repeat Prescriptions
• Sore throats
• Skin conditions
• Urine infections

Other Nursing Services

• Cervical smears
• Dressings
• Immunisations
• Seasonal Flu vaccination

Chronic Conditions  

We hold regular clinics for:

• Asthma

       Click here for further information on Asthma

       Click here for videos on using your Inhalers 

• Cardiovascular & Hypertension
• COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
• Diabetes

Our nurse prescriber can prescribe medication without recourse to a doctor. Before you book a doctor’s appointment please ask if our nursing team can help you.

Quitting Smoking

Our team of Health Care Assistance are also trained to offer advice and support in quitting smoking. If this is something you are thinking of doing we would be very happy to support you.

Your pharmacy can help you with minor health concerns
Pharmacists are able to give you clinical advice and if symptoms suggest it’s more serious, they’ll ensure you get the help you need.