Find out more about the clinics and services available at the surgery.
Clinics
Travel health
If you are travelling abroad you may need to be vaccinated. Please make an appointment with the practice nurse to discuss the vaccinations you will need, which will depend on...
Emergency contraception
If you are at risk of pregnancy, perhaps a condom split or came off, you missed the pill or you were not using contraception at all, then you need emergency...
Vaccinations
We offer the following vaccinations to adults at our practice: – Seasonal flu vaccine – Whooping cough vaccination for pregnant women – MMR for adults – MenACWY for students 18...
Smoking cessation
If you’re trying to give up smoking, we can help. Studies show that your chances of success will be greatly improved if you get advice and support from health care...
Sexual health
A range of sexual health services are offered at the surgery including: – Contraception and contraception advice – Emergency contraception and emergency contraception advice – Testing and treatment for sexually...
Respiratory clinics
Our respiratory clinics are primarily intended for patients with Asthma and COPD. We hold clinics to diagnose and to help patients to manage their asthma or COPD. We like to...
Preconception advice
If you are planning to have a baby or you need to know more information about how to look after yourself and your unborn baby, please book an appointment with...
Pre-diabetes
Non-diabetic hyperglycemia, also known as pre-diabetes or impaired glucose regulation, refers to raised blood glucose levels, but not in the diabetic range. People with non-diabetic hyperglycemia are at increased risk...
Postnatal care
Postnatal care extends for between 6 and 8 weeks after the birth of your baby. During this period, routine checks are carried out by the health visitor and you and...
Minor Surgery and Cryotherapy
Certain small surgical operations can be performed at the surgery. With minor surgery the recovery time is usually short and you will be back to your usual activities fairly quickly...
Family planning
We do not offer a separate clinic for family planning but would be happy to advise on all aspects including the coil. If you are on the pill we must...
Dietician
Kings Road Medical Centre runs a dietician clinic every alternative Monday’s. Referral is made via either the nurse or the doctor at the surgery.
Diabetes
Diabetes is a long-term condition caused by too much glucose, a type of sugar, in the blood. It is also known as diabetes mellitus. Our specialist diabetes team will provide...
COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a lung condition encompassing diseases such as bronchitis and emphysema. Patients suffering from this condition are usually over 40 years of age, get breathless...
Childhood immunisations
The practice offers child immunisations from Monday to Wednesday with the practice nurse. The practice urges all parents to have their children fully immunised. If you require to see the...
Cervical smear
Smear tests for women involve an examination of the cervix (neck of the womb) to check for changes which occur before cancer develops. These changes can then be treated. •...
Asthma
In recognition of the increasing prevalence of asthma in our community we ask patients to book a appointment with the practice nurse who will ensure that treatment is effective by...
Blood pressure review
If you have a chronic condition, we recommend having your blood pressure checked at least once a year. If you have been diagnosed with hypertension, we will review your blood...
Date published: 7th January, 2024
Date last updated: 2nd March, 2025
