The vasectomy service that we offer is not just for Carlton Group Practice patients but also for anyone who is referred to us by their own doctor. We are the main provider of this service in the Burton on Trent area.
The normal NHS route a 2 stop consultation and operation service.
The operation itself is simple, performed under a local anaesthetic and usually takes around half an hour. Vasectomies are performed by an experienced surgeon in our air-conditioned operating suite.
In house Other Operations
As well as the in house vasectomy service, we are now available to perform carpal tunnel and trigger finger operations in our purpose designed operating suite.
This service is not only offered to our own patients but also patients from other surgeries in Staffordshire and parts of Derbyshire too. The normal NHS route is to be referred to us by your GP if he or she feels it appropriate, instead of them referring you to a hospital
The operation would be performed here under a local anaesthetic. If you would like further information please contact our Practice Nurses who will be only to happy to help you.
Staying Well Service
The Staying Well Service aims to support and empower individuals to maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle in the community.
Staying Well we aim to provide support for those who are:
Aged 55 and over
Identified by their GP as having mild to moderate frailty
Certain services provided by the Doctors are not covered by the NHS and fees are payable for such items as:
Large Good Vehicle (LGV) and Passenger Service Vehicle (PSV) licences
Elderly driver licences
Insurance
Preemployment medicals
Private certificates
Holiday vaccinations
Insurance claims
Fitness for sports
Please ask the receptionist for such services. Charges are payable at the time of attendance, and the British Medical Association (BMA) recommended scale of fees is on display at the reception desk. For further information please see Why does my doctor charge fees?
A current list of Non NHS Medical Services fees is held in reception. It you have any queries regarding these, please enquire at Reception.
Medical Certificates
Self-certificates are available from your employer for sickness of up to one week. Any certificate required from the Doctor for periods up to the first week can only be provided as a private certificate for which there is a charge.
Practice Services
Carers
It is helpful to know if you have a Carer (someone who takes on an unpaid caring role) or if you are a Carer for someone else. We have a page dedicated to Carers where you can also register with us as a carer so we can provide you with additional support.
Family Planning
Both doctors and nurses offer contraceptive services. Guidance on the best method of contraception for you is given and these include the pill, contraceptive injections/implants, caps and coils, patches or condoms. Emergency contraception is also part of the service.
Immunisations and Travel Health
All childhood or adolescent immunisations are offered along with influenza and pneumococcal for the appropriate patient groups.
The practice has an air-conditioned operating suite and offers a range of minor surgical procedures for our own patients and for patients referred from other surgeries.
In house Vasectomy Service
The vasectomy service that we offer is not just for Carlton Group Practice patients but also for anyone who is referred to us by their own doctor. We are the main provider of this service in the Burton on Trent area.
The normal NHS route a 2 stop consultation and operation service.
The operation itself is simple, performed under a local anaesthetic and usually takes around half an hour. Vasectomies are performed by an experienced surgeon in our air-conditioned operating suite.
In house Other Operations
As well as the in-house vasectomy service, we are now available to perform carpal tunnel and trigger finger operations in our purpose designed operating suite.
This service is not only offered to our own patients but also patients from other surgeries in Staffordshire and parts of Derbyshire too. The normal NHS route is to be referred to us by your GP if he or she feels it appropriate, instead of them referring you to a hospital
The operation would be performed here under a local anaesthetic. If you would like further information, please contact our Practice Nurses who will be only too happy to help you.
Travel Health and Immunisations
We are pleased to offer our registered patients a travel health service.
Our nurse uses up to date information to advise you on your health needs related to destinations around the world. They can administer most vaccinations and provide prescriptions for treatments where needed.
May we take this opportunity to wish you a pleasant trip!
Booking your Appointment with the Nurse
Travel Risk Assessment: If you are planning a trip abroad, please complete a Travel Risk Assessment form (available from reception) with details of your proposed journey.
Travel Appointment: After completing the form please contact the surgery to arrange your assessment appointment with our specially trained nurse. The nurse will then contact you as soon as possible (usually within 2 working days) and will advise on what vaccinations are recommended and whether any other precautions are needed.
Please Allow Plenty of Time: Travel Vaccine Policy: Patients are required to give at least 8 weeks’ notice of their intention to travel abroad, to enable a thorough risk assessment to be performed and appropriate vaccine ordered. Patients who are unable to give at least 8 weeks’ notice of intention to travel abroad will be signposted to the local travel pharmacy.
Mosquito Bite Avoidance for Travellers
In many tropical countries, mosquitoes can spread diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, West Nile, malaria, yellow fever and Zika. Here are five simple rules you should follow to reduce your risk of infections spread by mosquitoes.
We offer most of the travel health service at no additional charge to the patient. However the NHS does not cover the cost of all the treatments you may need. Therefore, for some services you may need to pay.
A list of these charges can be requested at reception.
Well Person Clinic
A Well Person consultation can be compared to a Ministry of Transport (MOT) test on a vehicle. In other words, it gives an opportunity for a general health check and includes checks such as blood pressure, height, weight, lifestyle advice and urinalysis. It also gives you, the patient, the chance to bring up any concerns about your general health that you may have.
Smoking Cessation Clinic
Help with smoking cessation includes one to one consultation over an average period of twelve weeks. During this time, you will receive advice and support from one of our experienced practice nurses as well as undergoing nicotine replacement therapy. Stopping smoking requires motivation and commitment but the success rate of our patients is well over 50%.
Heart Problems Clinic
Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) care falls into two areas, newly diagnosed and ongoing help and advice for patients with heart problems. Our practice nurses provide the majority of this care, supported by the doctors. Various tests are performed to make the initial diagnosis, for example electrocardiograms (ECGs) and blood tests and once confirmed, advice regarding medication and lifestyle are offered. Ongoing monitoring involves a recall system and a personalised treatment plan for each patient.
Diet and Nutrition Clinic
Advice on diet and nutrition is offered routinely during consultations. However, one to one work in this area is available if appropriate.
Diabetes Clinic
Our approach to diabetic care is initially similar to that of asthma. However, diabetic care tends to be more complex and is therefore monitored more closely with more individual ongoing education about lifestyle. This would include such things as diet, smoking habits and exercise.
