Please take time to read the attached information recently published by Lothian LMC (Local Medical Committee) regarding the struggles faced by GP Practices. We hope this gives you a better understanding and some insight into the pressures GP Practices are experiencing. We as a practice are working as hard as possible under extremely stressful circumstances to provide the best possible care for our patients.
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PRESSURES FACING GP PRACTICES
ADHD MEDICATION PRESCRIBED BY PRIVATE PROVIDERS
It has been agreed that NO practices in the North West area of Edinburgh will prescribe ADHD medications for NEW patients from private clinics, this is for Adults and Children.
This does not affect patients who are already currently prescribed ADHD medication.
CTAC Services
All wound care, suture and clip removal, dopplers, ear irrigation and vaccinations are carried out by CTAC and no longer at the practice.
Patients can self refer for the following procedures on 0300 7906296
- New wounds including post operation
- Suture or clip removal (Including post knee and hip replacement)
- Ear Irrigation
The practice will make a referral to CTAC for patients who require a doppler.
Vaccinations
You will be sent a letter with an appointment time for any vaccination which you are due to receive i.e. shingles, flu, covid etc. This will include details of where to attend for the vaccination and how to reschedule if the time/place is not suitable.
Please be aware the practice has no control over any vaccination appointments so in case of any query with a vaccination appointment please call 0300 7906296
Ear Irrigation
House of Hearing who are based at 10 Melville Crescent, Edinburgh are offering a free ear irrigatioin service for patients aged 75 and over on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
Please contact thetam directly on 0131 2201220 for further information on how to book an appointment.