Twyford and Colden Common Surgery

The Practice provides special services or clinics for may different conditions. For the patients' convenience, most of these occur at any time during the working week. Simply ask our receptionist for the relevant appointment. In a few cases, where more than one member of staff must be present, the clinic is held at a particular time.

In general, we are happy to provide a Well Person check on all patients of whatever age or sex, every three years. Unless you have a special problem, the Practice Nurse can carry out most of these. Please phone for an appointment and remember to bring a specimen of urine.

For Tests & Results ring 01962 712906

Specimens, such as blood and urine samples, are collected from Twyford surgery at 2.00 pm or Colden Common by 11.00 am. If you need a test, please make sure your appointment is before 2.00 pm, or be prepared to deliver you specimen to WINCHESTER HOSPITAL. Please only ring the above number between 1.30 pm and 3.30 pm for test results. The telephone is less busy during this time.

Our other services include:

Blood Tests

There are 3 clinics each week for blood tests. ALL ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

Twyford Surgery	Wednesday 8.30 am - 10.30 am

Colden Common	Tuesday 8.30 am - 10.30 am
	Friday 8.30 am - 11.45 am

Your blood will be taken by our trained phlebotomists.

Preconception & Antenatal Clinics

The antenatal clinics are run by the midwife and your doctor weekly. However, if you are thinking of starting a family you may wish to phone the health visitor for general advice. Before any woman becomes pregnant she is advised to:

Check that she is immune to German Measles (you will require a blood test if you are not sure).
Take folic acid supplements (to protect against spina bifida)
Take sensible measures to improve health before conceiving, i.e. achieve ideal weight, exercise, stop smoking and moderate alcohol intake.

Please telephone for an appointment in advance.

Baby Clinics

Run by health visitors (Q.V.). No appointment necessary.

Child Development Clinics

These are held regularly at both Twyford and Colden Common surgeries. Developmental assessments are advised at six weeks, eight months and three years, though children can be seen at any time if parents are concerned about their well being.

Child Immunisation Clinics

The health visitors offer all children pre-school immunisation according to the nationally recommended schedule. appointments are sent to patents/carers to attend Twyford Surgery at the appointed time.

Teenage Clinics

The doctors or practice nurses are happy to see any teenager aged between 13 and 17 years old for their first health check. This includes blood pressure, height, weight and urine checks, as well as a vaccination status check. It also provides a chance to discuss any potential problems relevant to this important age group. It is much easier never to smoke or to take drugs than to stop. Please telephone for an appointment.

Family Planning Clinics

all the doctors are fully trained in family planning (FP Cert) and offer a comprehensive service including coils. For your first appointment, please see a doctor. Subsequent follow-up may be carried out by the practice nurse. Please phone for an appointment.

Cervical Smears

Women are encouraged to have cervical smear test every three years from 20-35 and then every five years until 65 (and beyond if they wish). Some women will be advised to have them more frequently if there are special problems. The smears are usually performed by the practice nurses as part of a full 'Well Woman' check (including weight, blood pressure, breast examination and urinalysis). Please phone for an appointment. You should receive a reminder when you smear is due.

Breast Screening

The practice nurse can teach you breast self-examination. However, all women between 50 and 64 years will receive an appointment every three years to attend the local breast unit for a mammogram/ Women over 64 (in whom half the cases of breast cancer occur) are welcome to have a mammogram every three years. Please may your appointment with the breast unit at Winchester Hospital (01962 824841)

Minor Surgery Clinics

Suspicious skin lesions and 'lumps and bumps' can be excised under local anaesthetic by the doctor with the nurse in attendance. Please consult your doctor first.

Obesity Clinic

Obesity is one of the greatest health problems facing our society and is caused by excessive eating of the wrong foods and lack of exercise. If you think you are becoming overweight, come (as early as possible) to see the practice nurse. Then, if necessary, you will get the help of a dietitian or health visitor. (Trim-in sessions).

Cholesterol Clinic

The level of cholesterol in our bodies is partly inherited but also relates to how much saturated fat we eat. Our western diet is often too high in dairy products and animal fat. This is one of the significant causes of heart disease. Reducing fat intake and increasing the amount of fruit and vegetables in the diet has a major impact on health. Drugs are used to treat people whose cholesterol remains high especially if they have established arterial disease. We aim to keep people's cholesterol below 5 if they have had a heart attach or stroke. Ideally everybody's cholesterol should be below this level.

It is particularly important to have your cholesterol checked if you have had problems with your heart or a warning stroke or have diabetes. It is also important if you have family members who have had heat disease or strokes before the age of 60.

Travel Clinics

We can offer the full range of vaccines, medicines and advice required for travel to any part of the world. If necessary we can provide (at a cost) suitable emergency drugs and packs. If you are planning to travel to a tropical or exotic location, it helps if you telephone to make an appointment to see our travel nurse (01962 712906) at least six weeks before you depart. We are a registered Yellow Fever Centre.

'Flu and Pneumonia Vaccination

In accordance with DHS guidelines, we offer flu and/or pneumonia vaccination to all susceptible people (asthma, heart or lung disease and the elderly), between October and December each year. Please try to make your appointment in early October.

Incontinence and Urinary Problems

Any woman or man experiencing such problems is invited to see the doctor or nurse for investigation of these common, but distressing disorders. In men, prostate cancer may be detected early if you report any change in your usual flow.

Over 75 Checks

Every person over 75 is entitled to an annual health check. You will be contacted in February or March each year, if you have not been seen by the doctor or nurse before then.

Diabetic Clinics

Each doctor holds these in turn, every month. The practice nurse, dietitian and chiropodist are also in attendance. Every insulin dependant diabetic is recommended to attend at least twice a year in addition to their regular hospital check-up. Those on tablets or any type of diet need to make sure they come at least once a year.

Asthma Clinics

These are held weekly by the practice nurse. She may involve the doctor if your condition is getting worse. Please telephone for an appointment.

New Patient Clinics

All new patients are encouraged to see the nurse and the doctor within three months of registering with the practice.

Smoking Cessation Advice

The practice provides smoking cessation advice for patients. Please book an appointment with the Practice Nurses. Guidance and advise on quitting is also available at the the following web site: http://www.quit4life.nhs.uk/

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