As well as providing the essential NHS services The Bell Surgery also provides some additional specialist services. The following clinics and services are held at the surgery:
Phlebotomy (Blood Tests)
We run daily clinics for blood tests, which are run by our two HCAs. The clinics are often in the morning to allow for the delivery of the blood samples to the hospital laboratory.
Respiratory
This clinic is run by our respiratory lead nurse. The clinic covers the diagnosis and ongoing management of patients with Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Diabetes
This clinic is run by two of our practice nurses who have a specialist interest in diabetes. The clinic covers the diagnosis and ongoing management of patients with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes and provides an annual diabetic review for all patients with diabetes.
Baby Clinics
This clinic is run by our GPs and Practice Nurses and includes childhood vaccinations and the 8 week baby check.
Joint Injections Clinic
Dr Reynolds provides a range of steroid joint injections for musculoskeletal conditions on the NHS as below:
- Knee Joint Injections
- Shoulder Joint Injections
- Thumb Joint Injections
- Trigger Finger/Thumb Injections
- Carpal Tunnel Injections
- Trochanteric Bursa Injections
- De Quervain’s Injections
If you feel that you might benefit from an injection, please discuss this with your doctor who will review your medical condition and then make the necessary arrangements if appropriate.
Family Planning
The Surgery can give you advice about all methods of contraception, including emergency contraception which is effective for up to 72 hours after unprotected sexual intercourse. The sooner it is taken, the more effective it is. It is also now available to buy over the counter at most Chemist shops by anyone over the age of 16.