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Your NHS GP Practice in Oxford
Temple Cowley Health Centre is a patient-centric NHS general practice dedicated to delivering comprehensive healthcare services. With a team of experienced GPs, nurses, and specialists, we prioritise empowering patients through self-care and accessible health solutions. Our commitment to quality care is reflected in our CQC Good rating, alongside initiatives like online consultations (eConsult), health campaigns, and community-focused programmes such as Parkrun.We offer a wide range of services including chronic disease management, immunisations, and musculoskeletal support, ensuring holistic care tailored to individual needs. Our facilities are fully accessible, with provisions for disabled access and multilingual assistance when required. By integrating clinical excellence with compassionate care, we strive to be a trusted healthcare partner for families and individuals across Oxfordshire.
Services
GP Appointments
Blood Tests
Health Advice
Phlebotomy
Physiotherapy
Highlights and features
- We provide patient-centred care with experienced NHS-accredited professionals.
- Our online eConsult platform offers convenient, secure medical consultations.
- Accessible facilities with dedicated support for disabled and visually impaired patients.
- We integrate preventive health campaigns and community wellness initiatives like Parkrun.
- Our team includes specialists in chronic disease management and musculoskeletal care.
Associations and certifications
- CQC Good Rating
Services
GP Appointments
Our qualified GPs offer consultations for acute and chronic health conditions, preventive care, and referrals to specialists. Patients can book appointments online via eConsult or by telephone. With flexible scheduling and urgent care options, we ensure timely access to essential healthcare services.
Blood Tests
We provide phlebotomy services at Temple Cowley Health Centre and through the Oxford Community Diagnostic Centre. Patients require an ICE form from a GP or nurse before booking. This service supports diagnostic testing and ongoing health monitoring within the community.
Health Advice
From chronic disease management to preventive health campaigns, we deliver evidence-based advice tailored to individual and family needs. Our resources include parental guidance, mental health support, and lifestyle recommendations to promote long-term wellbeing.
Physiotherapy
First-contact physiotherapists assess and manage musculoskeletal issues through face-to-face or remote consultations. Treatment plans may include exercise programmes, manual therapy, or referrals for advanced interventions, ensuring comprehensive musculoskeletal health management.
Community Midwifery
Midwives collaborate with GPs to provide antenatal and postnatal care in-clinic or at home. Services include birth planning, ultrasound referrals, and post-delivery support, with options for hospital-based consultant-led or midwife-led care at John Radcliffe Hospital.
People
Dr Hilary Nowell
Senior Partner
Dr Nowell is a registered GP with the GMC since 1984, specialising in chronic disease management and preventive health strategies for local patients.
Dr Ruth Wilson
Retainer GP
Dr Wilson brings over three decades of experience in women's health and general practice, supporting patients with comprehensive clinical care.
Kathryn Balford
Nursing Team Leader
Specialising in diabetes care, Kathryn leads the nursing team in managing chronic conditions and delivering patient-centred health education.
Sarah Godfrey
Physiotherapist
Sarah assesses musculoskeletal conditions and develops tailored treatment plans, utilising both in-person and remote consultation methods.
David Evans
Practice Manager
David oversees practice operations, ensuring efficient service delivery and compliance with NHS standards for patient care.
Questions
How do I book an appointment?
You can book online via eConsult, call us at 01865 777024 during operational hours, or visit the surgery directly.
What services are available outside regular hours?
For emergencies, dial 999. For non-urgent issues after hours, contact NHS 111 via phone or their online service.
Can I access medical advice digitally?
Yes. Our eConsult platform allows secure online consultations for non-urgent medical inquiries at any time.
What community health initiatives do you support?
We sponsor Parkrun events and provide health education campaigns focusing on preventive care and active lifestyles.
Are facilities accessible for disabled patients?
Yes. The practice has wheelchair access, disabled toilets, and multilingual support upon request at reception.
Reviews (4)
Fly Fun
Dec 13, 2021
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How this medical centre has 3 stars is beyond me. I only go to a doctor if there is a serious problem, every time they are not taking it serious or have shown no clue what they are doing, and most importantly they just reply 95% of the times with just rest, take paracetamol, see how you feel in the next few days... THAT when you go to them with serious problem. My girlfriend turned out to have a serious stomachgoo ulcer condition, they did nothing !!! nothing! I had serious problems with depression and anxiety to the point i could not do basic tasks at home or work and they told me to go outside
Sinong Zhou
Nov 13, 2021
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This medical practice is brilliant, everyone is so helpful. A big thank to Dr. Yang, she is so professional, so kind and considerate, I am a Mandarin speaker, she explains me my problem in all different ways to make me understand. big salute.
Vania Costa
Oct 13, 2021
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I recently registered at this practice and so far they've been really efficient and I'm very happy with it. Nurse Leann is a star and Dr Yang is just great!
Natalie Assar
Jul 17, 2021
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Such an improvement compared to our last practice. Receptionists are friendly and non judgemental. The nurse and health visitors are lovely. My partner got an appointment with the doctor on the same day.
