“Our roles provide comprehensive primary healthcare services.”
Here we showcase the diverse range of essential roles within our Primary Care Network (PCN). Explore the dedicated professionals who work together to provide exceptional healthcare services to our community.
Clinical Pharmacists are essential to the healthcare team operating within your GP practice. Distinguishing themselves from community Pharmacists stationed in pharmacy stores, our Pharmacists collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals to guarantee that every facet of your medication is suitable, secure, and efficacious.
Our Pharmacists are critical in scrutinising medications procured from hospitals and conducting regular evaluations of our patients’ medication. They proactively reach out to patients, initiating meaningful conversations concerning their medication to ensure its alignment with their individual needs and objectives. When conducting a comprehensive review of your medication, they are the best choice, and they maintain their roster of appointments.
Our Clinical Pharmacists toil assiduously behind the scenes to ensure the safety and effectiveness of your prescriptions. They may conduct a thorough telephone assessment of your medicines, wherein they will personally contact you to discuss your medication in-depth. They possess authorised access to your pertinent clinical records and work in harmonious collaboration with the rest of the healthcare team to provide all-encompassing care.
Pharmacy Technicians collaborate with the PCN Clinical Pharmacist and the practice staff to guarantee the secure, accurate, and punctual provision of prescribed medications. They assist other clinical personnel and reception teams by coordinating discharge summaries and medication reviews, assuming a central role in the repeat prescribing procedures. Moreover, they establish connections and communication channels with patients, nursing homes, caregivers, hospitals, and community pharmacies, promptly addressing medication-related inquiries.
Pharmacy Technicians represent an indispensable component of the healthcare team, diligently working to ensure that prescribed medications are dispensed safely and on time. Their close collaboration with other healthcare professionals is geared towards providing optimal care to patients. Additionally, they support the practice staff and clinical team by facilitating medication reviews and streamlining the repeat prescribing process.
Social prescribers can forge connections between patients and support services that align with their unique needs and aspirations, ensuring a comprehensive healthcare approach. Through collaborative efforts with other healthcare professionals, they empower patients by offering a range of tailored options.
Gaining access to the social prescribing team is a straightforward process, as you can directly contact the reception or be referred by any practice member. Once you consent, a social prescriber will conduct a thorough assessment and work closely with you to develop a well-being plan that caters to your requirements.
Social prescribers are crucial in bolstering patients’ overall health and well-being. Collaborating with other healthcare professionals facilitates connections between patients and the support services most suitable for their goals. To avail yourself of this valuable service, kindly contact the social prescribing team at your practice.
These skilled practitioners have undergone extensive and comprehensive studies to gain in-depth knowledge of various mental health issues frequently encountered but often overlooked in our patient population. Their presence within our team enhances and strengthens the care we can provide our patients, as they possess the expertise to diagnose and treat mental health problems.
When you engage with these practitioners, they will listen attentively to your concerns and difficulties, working collaboratively to develop a personalised plan. If you contact your GP’s reception, you may be scheduled for a consultation or appointment with a mental health practitioner.
Community Paramedics are highly skilled professionals with extensive experience in the ambulance service. They have acquired additional expertise and practical knowledge by working directly with GP practices. Their role involves assisting the practice by conducting visits and appointments for specific issues.
You may receive a home visit from a Community Paramedic or have an appointment or review scheduled with them at your GP surgery.
A thorough assessment will be conducted at your home, if necessary or at the GP practice. They possess the capability to diagnose, treat, and collaborate with other members of the practice team or other relevant services as required.
Dementia specialist nurses play a pivotal role in our PCN network. These dedicated professionals, Admiral Nurses, possess advanced knowledge and expertise in dementia care. They work closely with family carers, equipping them with the essential skills required to provide optimal care for individuals with dementia. They aim to foster positive approaches to living well with dementia and enhance the overall quality of life for everyone involved.
Admiral Nurses offer unwavering support at every stage of the journey. They provide practical guidance and emotional and psychological support, starting from the time of diagnosis and extending beyond the bereavement period. These nurses assist individuals in navigating through the complex range of emotions often associated with dementia, offering valuable assistance and compassionate care.
Our Physiotherapists within the PCN (Primary Care Network) operate in close collaboration with the practice and PCN to offer comprehensive assessments and treatments for a wide array of conditions that can impact an individual’s functioning and mobility. These highly skilled professionals possess the expertise to diagnose and treat various conditions and serve as the primary point of contact for patients seeking physiotherapy services.
Physiotherapists play a vital role in supporting patients by providing thorough assessments, effective treatments, and appropriate referrals when necessary. They have extensive experience in creating customized treatment plans tailored to the unique needs and goals of each patient.
Upon contacting the practice, patients can anticipate a telephone or face-to-face assessment with our dedicated Physiotherapist. They will provide guidance and support, offering valuable advice and potentially scheduling follow-up appointments based on the patient’s requirements. If deemed necessary, they may prescribe and refer patients to specialized physiotherapy courses or further investigations to ensure comprehensive care.