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Crisis Support Richmond
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Documents, links and useful information for people who may be struggling with Monetary issues, mental health issues or who may have be a victim or crime.
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Coil Fit - Patient Consent Form:
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This form should be completed by the patient following discussion with the GP. Please ensure that you have read and signed the form. If you are unable to print this please let a member of staff at the surgery no prior to your appointment.
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Sexual Health
YorSexual Health |
Offering sexual health and contraceptive services/advice locally. Their website can be found here or you can telephone them on 01904 721111
Information for under 18 year olds or vulnerable patients: For under 18 year olds or vulnerable patients YorSexual Health have an option for you to call, text or email for advice. Please see mobile number and advise as per website:‘If you are under 18 or are living in a situation where you are unable to call us, please text us on 07980 973337. We will reply to you with 1 – 2 working days. If you feel your safety is at risk please contact the Police.’ Please follow the link below for Information for anyone who has been raped, sexually assaulted or abused: https://www.yorsexualhealth.org.uk/york/york-home/i-have-been-sexually-assaulted-raped-or-sexually-abused/ |
Stop Smoking Service
Stop Smoking Service
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The NHS Northern Gambling Service
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The NHS Northern Gambling Service offers treatment and support to the thousands of adults struggling with gambling addiction across the North of England.
This service is run by Leeds and York Parnership NHS Foundation Trust (LYPFT). |
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Ear Wax Removal
Ear syringing by general practice has never been funded in our area and based on national advice from the BMA the decision was made that wef 1/11/2021 to stop carrying out ear syringing at Scorton Medical Centre
Management
Ear syringing is no longer considered to be the first line treatment for the clearing of ear wax; current guidelines are that ear drops should be used to soften the wax which will then enable the natural movement of the wax from the ear.
Patients who do suffer from a build-up of wax, should regularly apply drops to prevent such a build-up and should avoid putting objects in the ears to try to manually remove wax. This can impact the wax by pushing it further down the ear canal.
It is recommended that you speak to a pharmacist about earwax build-up in the first instance. They can give provide advice and suggest treatments. They might recommend chemical drops to dissolve the earwax. Otex Express sodium bicarbonate is highly recommended by clinical staff and patients have found it to be effective but there are other options available which a pharmacist can discuss with you.
Removing wax professionally
Where self-management does not resolve the wax build up microsuction is the method preferred by medical staff and patients alike for guaranteed effective removal of wax. In most case the wax can be removed safely within minutes by a trained professional. Below are a number of private providers in the area:
Hear and Now, Ripon – Independent family run hearing care centre dealing with hearing loss, hearing aids, tinnitus, ear wax removal and ear protection. www.hearandnowonline.co.uk
01765 278 744
Specsavers
Ripon – www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/ripon-hearing
01765 694 777
Middlesbrough – www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/middlesbrough-hearing
01642 222 234
Harrogate – www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/harrogate-hearing
01423 564 515
Ear Wax Removal UK, Darlington
www.earwaxremoval.uk/clinics/darlington
Boots Hearingcare
www.bootshearingcare.com/ear-wax-removal
0345 270 1600
Patients who require wax removal for specific ear conditions will continue to have this performed in a hospital setting.
Any previous hole in your eardrum (a perforated eardrum), sudden hearing loss, earache and/or fluid within the ear a telephone consultation with a GP should be requested.
Ear syringing by general practice has never been funded in our area and based on national advice from the BMA the decision was made that wef 1/11/2021 to stop carrying out ear syringing at Scorton Medical Centre
Management
Ear syringing is no longer considered to be the first line treatment for the clearing of ear wax; current guidelines are that ear drops should be used to soften the wax which will then enable the natural movement of the wax from the ear.
Patients who do suffer from a build-up of wax, should regularly apply drops to prevent such a build-up and should avoid putting objects in the ears to try to manually remove wax. This can impact the wax by pushing it further down the ear canal.
It is recommended that you speak to a pharmacist about earwax build-up in the first instance. They can give provide advice and suggest treatments. They might recommend chemical drops to dissolve the earwax. Otex Express sodium bicarbonate is highly recommended by clinical staff and patients have found it to be effective but there are other options available which a pharmacist can discuss with you.
Removing wax professionally
Where self-management does not resolve the wax build up microsuction is the method preferred by medical staff and patients alike for guaranteed effective removal of wax. In most case the wax can be removed safely within minutes by a trained professional. Below are a number of private providers in the area:
Hear and Now, Ripon – Independent family run hearing care centre dealing with hearing loss, hearing aids, tinnitus, ear wax removal and ear protection. www.hearandnowonline.co.uk
01765 278 744
Specsavers
Ripon – www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/ripon-hearing
01765 694 777
Middlesbrough – www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/middlesbrough-hearing
01642 222 234
Harrogate – www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/harrogate-hearing
01423 564 515
Ear Wax Removal UK, Darlington
www.earwaxremoval.uk/clinics/darlington
Boots Hearingcare
www.bootshearingcare.com/ear-wax-removal
0345 270 1600
Patients who require wax removal for specific ear conditions will continue to have this performed in a hospital setting.
Any previous hole in your eardrum (a perforated eardrum), sudden hearing loss, earache and/or fluid within the ear a telephone consultation with a GP should be requested.
Weight Management Service
Choose to lose
The ‘Choose to Lose’ scheme run by Richmondshire District Council is offering online classes and groups so members who join the programme without the worry of travelling to classes, missing class times, and finding a group that suits lifestyle and commitments.
The free of charge programme is for adults with a BMI above 25 who are in need of support to implement a healthier lifestyle. Funded by North Yorkshire County Council Public Health it is made up of a 12 week structured weight management programme plus a 12 week maintenance programme for those who achieve 5% weight loss in their first 12 weeks.
The virtual service will provide both aspects of the programme as well as access to a Weight Loss Adviser, online live classes, chat groups and Facebook open and closed groups.
To register interest contact Jo-Anne Scott on 01748 901045 or email: jo-anne.scott@richmondshire.gov.uk ;
This service is free to anyone who meets the following criteria;
For more information on the service throughout North Yorkshire visit https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/healthy-weight-and-eating-well
The free of charge programme is for adults with a BMI above 25 who are in need of support to implement a healthier lifestyle. Funded by North Yorkshire County Council Public Health it is made up of a 12 week structured weight management programme plus a 12 week maintenance programme for those who achieve 5% weight loss in their first 12 weeks.
The virtual service will provide both aspects of the programme as well as access to a Weight Loss Adviser, online live classes, chat groups and Facebook open and closed groups.
To register interest contact Jo-Anne Scott on 01748 901045 or email: jo-anne.scott@richmondshire.gov.uk ;
This service is free to anyone who meets the following criteria;
- aged 18 years or over
- BMI (Body Mass Index) equal to or greater than 30 or 25 with other health conditions
- resident or registered with a GP practice in North Yorkshire
- working for an organisation based in North Yorkshire
For more information on the service throughout North Yorkshire visit https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/healthy-weight-and-eating-well
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Extended LARC use:
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Current National Guidelines support extended use of contraception's as the risk of pregnancy is though to be very low but evidence for this is limited. Current guidelines advise that the implant can be used for 4 years: Mirena / Levosert IUS 6 yeas, T-safe 380 copper coil 12 years and Nova T copper coil 6 years. If patients are concerned about extended use they can use condoms or a progesterone only pill in addition to their LARC method.
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Patient.co.uk |
This is a good place to look up information on diseases and medication. It is run by the same people who make our medical records software and is written with patients in mind.
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Fit For Work
This is a new organisation, funded by the Department for Work and Pensions. They offer a free service to help people who are in paid employment (or self employed) who have been or are going to be off work because of an illness or operation for at least 4 weeks. Your GP or your Employer can refer you. There is also some helpful advice for employees on the website. They can issue sick/fit notes in the same way as GPs can and they can liaise with employers to help people return to work.
Children's Services
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Pre- School Speech and Language
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If you have concerns about your child’s communication skills you can use Easy Book to request an appointment. To Easy Book your 15 minute screening slot for your child please phone 01423 542469 / 542470
Your child must be registered with a Hambleton & Richmondshire GP Surgery. |
Epley Manoeuvre
This link has been added to give patients an easy way to find a video once doctors have recommended it
Mental Health Support
Please find useful links and documents relating to Mental Health.
The Retreat Mental Health Support
The Retreat York
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The Retreat aim to deliver high quality, sustainable, renowned mental health and wellbeing services, alongside Autism and ADHD services, helping people to live well with themselves so that we all live better together.
As an independent charity, they provide care to people who refer themselves and those who are referred by GPs and other professionals.
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Improving Access to Psychological Therapies
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IAPT is a national NHS programme designed to increase the availability of talking therapy treatments recommended by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE). Significant events like bereavement, unemployment, relationship breakdown, traumatic events or even stress at work can lead to difficulties requiring help and support. Problems with low mood and anxiety can develop and make it difficult for us to cope with life’s daily demands.
To make sure that the IAPT service is right for you, you will need to complete a self-referral form. You can self-refer here or via your GP. Assessments are undertaken over the phone, although alternative arrangements can be made if required. At the end of the assessment, we will discuss what help is available within the service. Where IAPT is not the most suitable service we can signpost you to alternatives where available. Click here for more information about the North Yorkshire IAPT service. |
Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys
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For those living in County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire and York. The new, all age, single point of access telephone number is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week; making it easier to get crisis support when and where you need it. The phone line, which is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, offers callers, including those with learning disabilities and/or autism, a series of options which will divert them to their local service. Tel: 0800 0516171 |
Community Eye Care Service
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This service is now available to offer to all patients over the age of 2 years.
The Community Eye Care Service (CECS) provides a Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS) and a Glaucoma Repeat Readings service (GRR) patients can now call 0300 303 4922, Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm. Patients will be triaged by the Primary Eyecare Team and assessed accordingly either by telemedicine or by an arranged face to face consultation. |
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