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NHS General Practice Services in Yetminster
Yetminster Health Centre has been dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare services to the village of Yetminster and its surrounding areas for over a decade. Our multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, and administrative staff work collaboratively to deliver accessible, patient-centred care that prioritizes both medical excellence and compassionate treatment. We specialize in preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute medical interventions, ensuring comprehensive health solutions for all age groups. Our facilities include modern treatment rooms equipped with defibrillators and digital infrastructure supporting online consultations and prescriptions.Through strategic partnerships with local and regional health providers, we maintain rigorous standards of clinical governance and continuous professional development for our staff. Our practice charter formalizes our commitment to transparency, accessibility, and patient participation in healthcare decision-making. We actively engage with the community through initiatives like our Patient Participation Group and local health awareness programs. This patient-driven approach, combined with our investment in digital health solutions like the NHS App, ensures we remain responsive to evolving healthcare needs while maintaining personal, face-to-face medical support.
Services
General Consultations
Vaccinations
Online Access
Dispensary Services
Health Screenings
Physiotherapy Referrals
Antenatal Care
Chronic Disease Management
Highlights and features
- We maintain formal NHS partnerships for specialized healthcare provision
- Our practice integrates digital solutions with traditional medical care
- Dedicated patient participation initiatives influence service improvements
- Modern facilities include resuscitation equipment and digital infrastructure
- Experienced GPs hold specialist medical qualifications and certifications
What people say
Excellent staff
Great care
Good accessibility
Professional team
Prompt treatment
Services
General Consultations
Our experienced GPs provide comprehensive consultations for acute and chronic medical conditions. Patients access face-to-face appointments or pre-booked video consultations through our eConsult system. The practice maintains formal referral pathways to specialist care when required.
Online Services
We offer secure online access for appointment booking, repeat prescriptions, and medical records. Patients use the NHS App or our eConsult portal for remote interactions while maintaining continuity with in-person care when clinically appropriate.
Vaccination Programmes
Our practice delivers the full NHS vaccination schedule including seasonal flu jabs and childhood immunisations. While currently unable to offer yellow fever vaccinations, we provide comprehensive travel health advice through our travel clinic service.
Chronic Disease Management
We provide structured care for patients with long-term conditions like diabetes and hypertension. Our services include regular reviews, personalized care plans, and access to specialist equipment for home monitoring of vital signs.
Health Screenings
The practice offers cancer awareness programs, hypertension screening, and health risk assessments. Our midwifery services provide antenatal care with specialist clinics held on alternate Tuesdays for pregnant patients.
People
Dr Richard Nickinson
Partner GP
Qualified from the University of East Anglia in 2008 with MBBS, achieved MRCGP certification in 2014. Specialises in general practice with focus on preventive healthcare strategies for rural communities.
Dr Alex Nickinson
Partner GP
Completed medical training at University of East Anglia in 2008. Holds MRCGP qualification since 2014. Specialises in integrated care approaches for patients across all age groups in rural healthcare settings.
Dr Kathryn Armitage
Partner GP
University of Manchester graduate (2001) with extensive postgraduate qualifications including MRCP and DRCOG. Specialises in women's health and complex case management within primary care.
Marcus Pawson
Practice Manager
Responsible for day-to-day operations of the practice. Oversees administrative staff, coordinates service improvements, and implements quality assurance processes to maintain NHS standards in patient care delivery.
Claire Du Bois
Lead Practice Nurse
Manages clinical services in the treatment room, coordinates patient care pathways, and supports GPs with complex case management. Ensures adherence to clinical governance standards in all nursing practices.
Questions
How do I book a GP appointment?
Contact reception at 01935 872530 during working hours or use the NHS App for online booking of face-to-face or video consultations.
What online services are available?
We offer online booking, repeat prescriptions, medical records access, and eConsultations through the NHS App and our practice website.
Are there same-day appointments available?
We allocate specific slots for urgent appointments daily, though availability varies based on clinical priority and triage assessment.
How do I access test results?
Results from blood tests, X-rays, and other investigations can be viewed through the NHS App or by contacting reception directly.
Does the practice offer home visits?
Home visits are available for patients with mobility issues or clinical necessity, assessed case-by-case by our medical team.
Can I request a specific GP?
While we assign a named GP for continuity, you may request specific doctors based on availability and special clinical interests.
Reviews (1)
Karen Spencer
Nov 19, 2018
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Always helpful. Always eagre to provide service with a smile. Always available (well, almost always! Even they need to have a break!) Thank you for all you do for the community! Long may it continue.
