Carer Information:
Are you a carer? registered or unregistered? please inform the practice so that we may update your records.
Please follow the attached link to the Carers Hub Service for lots of information and help:https://carershub.carersfederation.co.uk/
Or visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/disabilities/carers for more information.

Insertion & Removal of Coils & Implants
We offer the insertion and removal of Mirena Coils & Implants. We hold regular clinics with a female GP. Please speak to our receptionist for further information.
Bowel Cancer Screening
Bowel Cancer Screening for over 60, have you done your test? Please read the leaflet below
Free Blood Pressure Check at Pharmacy
A new service finder on NHS.uk allows patients to search for and find a pharmacy that offers free blood pressure checks.
The tool explains who is eligible to go to a pharmacy to get their blood pressure checked and can be searched using a postcode, with the nearest pharmacy listed first.
Blood pressure conditions pages on NHS.UK have also been updated to signpost to the blood pressure pharmacy finder.
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
- Passport signing
- 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.
Immunisations
Everyone is advised to keep up-to-date with immunisations and vaccinations including tetanus and polio. Please ask at reception for further details.
Chronic Disease Management
We hold clinics for the management of selected long-term medical conditions including asthma, diabetes, chronic heart disease, high blood pressure, smoking cessation etc. Please ask at reception to make an appointment to see the nurse.
Travel Clinics / Vaccinations
We are now offering travel advice and some NHS vaccinations to travel.
Each patient going abroad will have to complete a Travel Assessment Form and return it to the practice either in person or via email to maccg.patient-orchard@nhs.net.
To be able to offer travel advice and give vaccinations we would need at least 6 weeks as minimum notice prior to departure, if this is insufficient time we would recommend you try a private clinic.
Make sure before you Travel
- Make an initial appointment at least 6 weeks before you travel – Vaccines need to be ordered in
There is further information about countries and vaccinations required on the links below
Minor Surgery & Cryotherapy
Minor surgical procedure for removing moles, skin tags etc, these procedures are carried out by the doctors and or nurse practitioner. Appointment is by prior arrangement with the doctor or nurse practitioner.