Chronic Disease Annual Reviews
This is an annual nurse led review of a patient’s chronic problems the include:
- COPD/Asthma
- Heart disease
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
This will be done on the month of the patient’s birthday.
You should receive a letter the month before your birthday to advise if you need a blood test and invite you to book an appointment with one of our practice nurses.
In addition patients suffering hypothyroidism will be sent out a blood test once a year on the month of their birthday
Other Chronic Conditions not covered by the Annual Reviews
These are listed below and if you have not discussed these with a doctor or nurse in the past year then please book an appointment.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Mental Health Illness
- Learning Disability
- Dementia
Childhood Immunisations
There are carried out by the practice nurse in a routine appointment if you are unsure if your child is due a vaccine then please look at the NHS vaccinations and when to have them page.
This is for children of all ages who require immunisations.
If your child is unwell then we can re-arrange your appointment for a later date when you think it is likely that your child will have recovered from their illness
Diabetes
Diabetes clinics are led by our practice nurses.
This would include a foot check, blood pressure check and dietary advice.
You may also be referred for blood tests, chiropodist or to dietician.
Depending on how well the condition is controlled you are usually seen twice a year.
You are usually sent a letter for an annual appointment for diabetic eye screening – this is not generated by the practice.