New Patient Information

Welcome to Houghton Close Surgery.  Our website contains a wealth of useful information but we would like to draw your attention to the following, if applicable:

Under 40

You will be allocated a named GP although you have the choice to see any clinician.

Age 40-74

You are entitled to a free health check with a Nurse.

You will be allocated a named GP although you have the choice to see any clinician.

Over 75 years of age

You are entitled to have a health check with a Nurse.

You will be allocated a named GP although you have the choice to see any clinician.

Carer

If you are a carer and are in receipt of a Carer’s Allowance you are entitled to have a free flu vaccination.

War Veteran

Your GP will fast track any service-related referrals to the hospital to ensure you receive timely and appropriate priority care.

Serving Members of the Armed Forces

Will are happy to see serving members as long as they have written authorisation from the Defence Medical Service.

Patients on Repeat Medication

Please make an appointment with a GP if you are on any repeat medication.  It is important to establish your on-going medication requirements.