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The DoctorsDr ABIGAIL WEBSTER (BSc MB ChB DCH DObst DRCOG MRCGP) qualified in Liverpool in 1989, joined the practice in 1996 and became the senior partner in October 2008. She is one of our GP trainers. She has a special interest in diabetes, joint injections and coil fittings. Dr PAUL McGUIGAN (BSc(MedSci) MBChB MRCGP) qualified in Manchester in 2000, joined the practice in August 2008 and became a partner in October 2008. He became a GP trainer in May 2009. He has a special interest in sports medicine, minor surgery and cardiovascular disease. Dr PHILIP TRENHOLM (MB ChB MRCP MRCGP) qualified in Manchester in 1992, he joined the practice as a salaried GP in 2006. He has a special interest in respiratory disease and joint injections. Dr MEGAN MARTIN (MB ChB MRCGP DRCOG DCH DFFP) qualified in Manchester in 1999. She joined the practice in 2006 and works part time (Tuesday and Friday). She performs eight week baby checks in the baby clinic and fits Implanons for contraception. Dr LAURA HALLS (MB ChB DRCOG DFFP MRCGP) qualified in Manchester in 2002. She joined the practice in 2005 and works part time (Tuesday and Thursday). She has a special interest in diabetes and Implanon fitting. Practice StaffRECEPTION STAFFYour first point of contact with the practice is with our reception staff, who are always willing to help and will offer you assistance when you need it. The practice currently employs eight part-time receptionists (Jean, Denise, Debbie, Mary, Paula, Sue, Tina and Jagjit), supported by our assistant practice manager, Elaine Walker. PRACTICE NURSESOur highly qualified nurses deal with a wide range of conditions and health concerns and are responsible for the running of our chronic disease management clinics, as well as being able to provide patients with general advice. They are experts in many areas of disease management such as diabetes, asthma and cardiovascular disease and also offer services such as spirometry, contraceptive services, cervical cytology and travel and childhood vaccinations and immunisations. When making an appointment please give enough details to ensure we book you into the correct clinic. HEALTH CARE ASSISTANTS (HCA)Our health care assistants carry out blood clinics, blood pressure checks, heart disease screening, ECGs and provide advice on smoking cessation. ADMIN STAFFTanya Humphreys is the business manager and she may be able to help you with any administrative or non-clinical aspects of your health and treatment. She is responsible for managing the smooth running of the practice, ensuring that all patients receive a professional, efficient and clinical sound service. We have our own practice-based complaints procedure and Tanya is available to discuss any suggestions, queries or complaints you may have concerning the practice. OTHER STAFF ATTACHED TO THE PRACTICEDISTRICT NURSESThey provide nursing care at home, which includes nursing for terminal illness, health advice and assessment for housebound patients. Should you require their assistance, please contact them on (0161) 480 0517. HEALTH VISITORSThey provide health care advice to all patients but especially to expectant mothers, families with young children and our elderly patients. MIDWIVESThey run a surgery twice a week (Monday and Thursday) at Ellesmere Medical Centre, during which they offer specialist advice in all aspects of antenatal care. COUNSELLORNicola Coleman provides help to patients with regards to bereavement counselling and stress-related problems. Patients are referred by the doctor or the practice nurse. |
