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Clinics & Services
Services We Provide
Westwood Surgery is proud to offer these services for different medical conditions, you may be referred to these clinics by our Reception Team or you can request an appointment by asking reception.
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) screening
is a free, one-off NHS ultrasound scan offered to men aged 65 and over to detect dangerous swelling in the aorta, the body's main artery. It is quick (5-10 minutes), painless, and results are given immediately. Early detection allows for monitoring or treatment, significantly reducing rupture risks.
Key Aspects of AAA Screening
- Target Audience: Men are automatically invited in the year they turn 65, as they are six times more likely to develop an aneurysm than women.
- Self-Referral: Men over 65 who were not screened can contact their local screening center for a test.
- The Procedure: A painless ultrasound scan is performed on the abdomen to measure the aorta.
Annual Over-75 Year Checks
All patients who are over 75 and do not already attend the surgery for an annual review are encouraged to book a health check with the nurse in line with their month of birth. The nurse will provide assessment and screening of your health and social care issues based on questions and measurements. Following this, you will receive personalised advice and if needed, an onward referral or signposting to appropriate support services.
Asthma/ COPD/ Lung Function Tests Appointments
Blood Pressure Monitoring
We have blood pressure machines in the waiting rooms of both our surgeries, just ask reception to show you how to use them. You can discuss your blood pressure management with our nurses and clinical pharmacist
Bowel cancer screening
The NHS bowel cancer screening program now invites everyone aged 50 to 74 every two years, with the expansion from age 60 completed to detect more cancers early. The test, a home-based Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT) , detects tiny amounts of blood in a single poo sample, with results typically sent within 2 weeks.
Key Updates and Information:
- The Test: A new, more sensitive FIT kit is used, requiring only one poo sample.
- Process: Kits are sent automatically to your home address if registered with a GP. If you are 50 or over, you can call the free helpline on 0800 707 6060 to request a kit.
- Results: Results are typically sent by letter within 2 weeks after the lab receives your sample.
- Safety: The test can detect polyps (non-cancerous growths) before they turn into cancer.
If you are 50-74, ensure your GP has your correct address to receive the kit. For those with symptoms (e.g., persistent bleeding, change in bowel habits), do not wait for a screening kit—contact your GP immediately.
Breast screening
NHS breast screening is offered to women aged 50–71 in the UK every three years to detect early-stage cancer, with first invitations sent by age 53. The process uses mammograms (X-rays), with results typically sent within two weeks.
Latest Screening Guidelines & Developments
- Target Group: Women (including trans men and non-binary people assigned female at birth) aged 50 to 70 with no symptoms.
- Frequency: Every 3 years, with first invitations arriving between ages 50 and 53.
Child Immunisations
Cervical Smears
For women between the ages of 25 and 64. Everyone with a cervix should be offered screening. You'll be invited for screening every 5 years from when you're 25 to 64 years old. You'll get your first invitation a few months before you turn 25.
See more information on the Jo's Trust website and on the NHS website
Coronary Heart Disease Monitoring
Diabetes Monitoring
When you have diabetes, you’re entitled to certain checks, tests and services to help you get the care you need – like your HbA1c blood test. These checks help to prevent serious diabetes complications.
Learn more on Diabetes UK
Dressings and Removal of Stitches
Family Planning & Sexual Health Services
We offer a full range of contraceptive services including: the implant, Mirena and copper intrauterine devices, depo injection, combined pill, progesterone only pill (mini pill), ring, patch, caps and diaphragms, condoms and fertility awareness.
Find information about Family Planning & Sexual Health
Health and Wellbeing Coaching
If you want to be able to play a greater role in managing your health condition, health coaching could be for you.
Find information about Health and Wellbeing Coaching
Holiday/Travel Vaccinations
Not Yellow Fever
HRT Appointments
Minor Surgery Clinics & Joint Injections
New Patient Health Checks
NHS Health Checks
Routine Vaccination
Seasonl Influenza vaccines - Shingles vaccines - B12 injections.
COVID vaccines available at participating local pharamcies
Weight Management Appointments
Including Exercise Referral