The Staff
THE GENERAL PRACTITIONERS
Dr Julian P Allen MB BS (Bart's 1974) BSc MRCP
Dr Andrew D Bundock MB BS (Guy's 1977) LRCP MRCS DRCOG MRCGP FPCert
Dr Andrew G Sumnall BM BCh (Oxford 1986) DRCOG MRCGP FPCert
Dr Bruce A Woodhouse BM BS BMedSci (Nottingham 1989) MRCGP
Dr Sally J Churcher MBChB BScPhy (Leeds 1985) DCH DRCOG MRCGP FPCert
Dr Gail M Jones BM BS BMedSci (Nottingham 1986) DRCOG MRCP MRCGP
Dr Lucy Checker MB ChB (Bristol 1990) DFFP
Dr Rachel Pring MB BS (London 1998) MRCP MRCGP DRCOG DFFP
Dr Kirsty Pettit (Leicester) MB ChB, MRCGP, DRCOG, DFFP
GP Registrars
We usually employ one or more GP registrars. These fully trained doctors are gaining experience in general practice at the surgery under the supervision of one of the partners. They are usually with us for six months. To help in training a videotape may be taken of some consultations. You will always be informed in advance if this is taking place and you can decline to take part if you wish.
THE PRACTICE TEAM
Practice Nurses
We have an excellent team of experienced nurses who are involved in managing a wide range of health problems. The four general nurses are Sister Kath Eddison, Sister Maire Harrsion, Sister Michelle Pickles and Sister Andrea Moore.
The nurses have routine appointments throughout the day and also a number of urgent appointments every morning. They administer childhood vaccinations as well as giving up-to-date travel health advice and immunisations.
A weekly leg ulcer clinic has been established for thorough assessment and treatment of affected individuals; patients need to consult the GP/nurse before attending.
All of our sisters are fully trained in family planning including emergency contraception (the "morning after pill"). They also perform routine cervical smears and can deal with many minor gynaecological problems.
Our nurses can offer support and treatment for patients wishing to stop smoking.
Health Care Assistants
We have three Health Care Assistants, June Ward, Jane Wallbank and Vicky Moorby working in the Practice who have all undergone special training to assist our Qualified Nurses in a range of duties including: testing urines, new patient checks, ECGs, taking blood pressure and health promotion.
Practice/Reception Managers
Mr David Lumsden is the practice manager, responsible for the overall running of the surgery. Mrs Angela Spencer is responsible for the organisation of reception and appointments.
Receptionists
We hope you find our receptionists friendly and efficient. They have the difficult job of keeping both doctors and patients happy. All our staff receive training and appreciate the need to fully protect confidentiality.
Secretarial/Administrative staff
We have a team who assist us with our secretarial and administrative requirements.
District Nurses
The district nursing team provides full community nursing services including care for the terminally ill at home. See Useful Numbers for their telephone numbers.
Midwives
A team of midwives will co-ordinate maternity care, running antenatal clinics in Dyneley Barn. Contact them on: (01756) 799831.
Health Visitors
Our attached health visitors work primarily with families and young children. They are also involved with health promotion/education. Contact them on: (01756) 790042.
Practice Counsellors
We employ two part-time counsellors who can help patients with a range of emotional and psychological problems. Your GP can refer you to see them if appropriate.
Practice Pharmacist
We employ a pharmacist who assists our staff and patients. She helps update repeat medication after hospital discharge and also reviews some patients on complex or multiple drugs. Her 'phone-in' is available for medication queries.
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