Family Planning. Lister Medical Centre offers the full range of family planning
including oral contraceptive advice, intrauterine device insertion, Implanon (long acting) hormone insertion and intravaginal caps. These
services are undertaken by the doctors, nurse practitioner and practice nurses.
Hormone replacement therapy can also be provided through the same members of the team, by appointment.
The surgery has a range of equipment if the need for further investigation is required. We now possess an
electrocardiogram (ECG machine), a spirometer (for investigating lung function), a 24 hour sphygmomanometer (for the investigation of possible
high blood pressure) and a machine for measuring cholesterol from a blood sample.
Health Checks (MOT's). These can be performed on request and are usually undertaken by the practice nurses. Apart from
the usual examination expected, Lister Medical Centre has a cholesterol testing machine, a spirometer (for the investigation of asthma
and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and a 24 hour sphygmomanometer (blood pressure machine), for the investigation of raised blood
pressure.
Diabetic Clinics. Diabetes is an extremely common disease affecting some 2.5% of the population. Uncontrolled diabetes
can cause heart, kidney, eye and arterial disease so tight management of the problem is essential. Run by the practice nurses under the
control of the doctors, we aim to provide regular checks on those diabetic patients (mainly the adult maturity onset diabetics) not seen by
the hospital. Patients with diabetes will also be seen by chiropodists, dieticians and opticians (for free annual eye checks) by
arrangement through this clinic and your own GP.
Travel Clinic. Lister Medical Centre provides complete advice and preventative care for the traveller
abroad. At Lister House, we purchase and stock most of the vaccines needed and offer the yellow fever vaccination (not restricted to Lister
Medical Centre patients). Where possible, please book an appointment with the clinic well in advance of your travel arrangements to ensure you
receive maximum protection (see separate web page).
Dietician. A dietician runs a weekly clinic on patients referred by their doctor. The clinic is not
for uncomplicated weight reduction but is provided for patients with medical problems where dietetic help would prove useful (i.e. diabetes,
raised cholesterol, bowel disorders).
Patients who have had a heart attack ( M.I.) are contacted within one week of discharge from hospital by
the practice nurse (s). This call is to give support and to answer queries. They are seen in surgery at one month. Follow up is arranged at
three months and one year. Thereafter, they are reviewed annually. Their job is to check compliance with medication, assess risk factors,
arrange appropriate investigations and liaise with other professionals such as the dietician and cardiac rehabilitation nurse, or refer if
necessary. This review is in addition to any hospital out-patient follow up and any care given by the G.P. |
Cervical Smears. Through the use of computerisation, Lister Medical Centre has an
efficient recall system to enable us to inform our female patients when their cervical smear is due. At present, routine smears are performed
every five years, although more frequently if the clinical condition warrants it. Most smears are taken by the practice nurses.
New Patient Health Checks. These are offered to all new registrations. At present, these checks are provided by our
health care assistants.
Over 75 Health Check. Patients aged 75 or over are invited to have an annual health check by prior
arrangement.
Asthma Clinics. Asthma also is an extremely common condition. Uncontrolled asthma carries significant morbidity. Our
practice nurses have had extensive training in the management of asthma and are used in the treatment and management of new asthmatics picked
up by the doctors and well as monitoring existing asthmatics as deemed necessary.
Antenatal, Postnatal and Six week baby checks. Joint antenatal care is provided by the doctors and the midwives in
regular weekly clinics. Uncomplicated pregnancies are managed exclusively within the practice although ultrasound scans are needed at Princess
Alexandra Hospital. Although delivery is encouraged at the hospital, postnatal care is undertaken as soon as the mother and baby return home
(for the first 10 days). Subsequent to this, the health visitor makes a home visit to introduce herself and advise on further care of the
baby. Between 6 to 8 weeks, mothers are invited for a postnatal check. At that time, any concerns can be discussed and family planning advice
given. In addition, the baby is given a comprehensive check.
Physiotherapy. At Lister Medical Centre, there are two physiotherapists who are available every week to
offer a range of treatments on conditions referred by the doctors.
Clinical Psychology. A clinical psychologist has a weekly session here at the surgery. Referred by the
doctors, she offers a range of support for a limited (usually up to 4 one hour sessions). If longer psychological care is deemed necessary,
she will refer the client on to the hospital based service for long-term support. (for more details of her function-see
"Psychologist"-under "The Team")
Minor illness clinic. This is a new clinic run twice a day. Run by our Nurse Practitioners, it will provide
rapid access for such problems as upper respiratory infections, cystitis, conjunctivitis, nappy rashes and tonsillitis. These clinics are in
addition to the normal doctor led clinics but will enable the surgery to offer you quicker access to medical care. |
Immunisations. Lister House offers the full range of immunisations to both adults
and children. Most of the focus of our attention is directed to children under 5 who receive their Triple (Diphtheria, Tetanus & Pertussis),
H.I.B, Meningitis C and polio vaccines at two, three and four months of age and their MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) at the age of about
fourteen months. Prior to starting school, boosters are given for diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio and MMR.
At around 13-14 child are given BCG vaccination against tuberculosis at school by their school nurse. Any child that misses the vaccination one
year should arrange with the school to receive it the following year. GP's do not stock this vaccine.
However, we still offer adults immunisations when due and run a travel clinic (see later) for those travelling abroad. We purchase and stock
hepatitis A, hepatitis B, tetanus and meningovax vaccines, for example, and can obtain other vaccines when indicated, quickly. We also run an
extensive 'Flu vaccination programme for the over 65's and vulnerable groups in the autumn.
All Adults aged between 20-24 are now encouraged to book an appointment for immunisation with MenC (Meningococcal C) vaccine. The
overall risk of meningococcal infection in this age group is twice that of the general population. To get your 'jab'-arrange to see one of the
practice nurses.
A small number of vulnerable children aged under 2 (with asplenia or severe dysfunction of the spleen, chronic renal disease, immunodeficiency,
chronic heart or lung disease, chronic liver disease or diabetes) may now receive the new conjugate pneumococcal vaccine. This can be given at
2, 3 and 4 months of age, or two doses at least a month apart. After the second birthday, they should receive a single dose of the 23-valent
pneumococcal vaccine.
Minor surgery. At present there are two doctors at Lister Medical Centre who provide minor surgery sessions on a weekly
basis. All Partners refer patients to them for treatment. The type of surgery undertaken include the treatment of in growing toe nails and
the removal of sebaceous cysts and moles. We also possess liquid nitrogen for the removal of lesions such as verrucae. This procedure is
undertaken by all doctors, routinely, in their surgeries.
Lister Medical Centre runs its own smoking cessation clinics for individuals wanting to quit smoking. If you are
interested, make an appointment to see one of our Health Care Assistants. This is in addition to the group sessions run at convenient times at
the Sports Centre. This can be arranged by appointment by your GP. |
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