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Ear Irrigation/Syringing
We are no longer able to provide ear irrigation/syringing services, please see the advice document below to help support you with the management of ear wax. Alternatively there are local private clinics available to perform ear irrigation.
National Diabetes Prevention Programme
Are you at risk of type 2 diabetes? The National Diabetes Prevention Programme (NDPP) is a free resource available to you to help reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes in the future. If you would like to find out more click the link below and scan the QR code.
Family Hub Parenting Offer
Please see the below timetable in relation to the Family Hub parenting courses.
Family Hub Autumn 2023 Parenting Timetable
NO LIMITS Drop-in Sessions
Did you know NO LIMITS have a Safe Haven drop-in session? These are run every Monday and are here to support children and young people up to the age of 25. Click here for more information.
Urgent Treatment Centre...
The previous Minor Injury Unit has been replaced by the new, GP-led Urgent Treatment Centre on 1st August 2019. If you have an injury or illness that is not life/limb threatening, the Urgent Treatment Centre can provide prompt assessment, advice and/or treatment. They are open 365 days a year; weekdays 7.30am-10.00pm (last patient accepted at 9.30pm), weekends and bank holidays from 8.00am - 10.00pm (last patient accepted at 9.30pm). The Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) treats a similar range of conditions as the previous Minor Injuries Unit including illnesses. For more information about the new service and to see the current waiting times visit:
https://southamptoncityccg.nhs.uk/southampton-urgent-treatment-centre
How to find the Urgent Treatment Centre - Royal South Hants Urgent Treatment Centre, Brintons Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire. SO14 0YG.
Measles information:
Measles activity has increased globally, including in the UK, since 2017. It is important that everyone is up to date with their MMR vaccination. We are currently targeting children aged 10 or 11 years of age who missed their vaccinations at school entry age.
Measles is a very infectious, serious illness that, in rare cases, can be fatal. About 1 in 5 children with measles experiences complications such as ear infections, diarrhoea and vomiting, pneumonia, meningitis and eye disorders. One in 10 children with measles ends up in hospital. There is no treatment for the disease. Vaccination is the only way of preventing it.
Measles spreads very easily. In fact, it's one of the most infectious diseases known. You can catch measles if you spend just 15 minutes with someone who has the disease.
Outbreaks of measles can happen anywhere at any time. Wherever you live in the UK, it's important that your children or teenagers are up to date with their MMR and other childhood vaccinations.
If your child has already had two doses of MMR vaccine, you don't need to worry.
Similarly, if your child had their first dose of MMR as a baby, but they are not yet old enough to have received their second dose, they are up to date and there is no need to have the second MMR dose earlier than scheduled. However, if your child is school-age and has only had one MMR dose, or has not been vaccinated at all, they should be vaccinated as soon as possible.
Minor Ailments Scheme update....
You might notice some differences in the Minor Ailments Scheme. From now on there will be a reduction in the range of medications and treatments available on the Minor Ailments Scheme for self-limiting or uncomplicated conditions.
This means that medicines and treatments for conditions such as sore throats, coughs and constipation will no longer be available as a part of the scheme but are already available to buy cheaply over the counter from your local pharmacy or supermarket.
For more information please access the leaflet below to see if you are eligible to qualify for the scheme and what to keep in your medicines cabinet.
Veterans' Mental Health Awareness
Are you veteran and concerned about your mental health? We have had a leaflet shared with us which you may find beneficial. Please see below for a copy to download.
Veterans mental health services leaflet
Diabetes Prevention
It’s estimated that over five million people in England are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. In Southampton, in 2017, there were 12,954 people with diabetes, of which approximately 90% have type 2*. The number of people with diabetes in the city rises every day.
What is type 2 diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes is linked to lifestyle. It represents a real threat to health; if untreated it can lead to stroke, blindness, heart disease, kidney failure and lower limb amputation. But type 2 diabetes can be prevented.
What can I do to help prevent type 2 diabetes?
Even if you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, it can still be prevented through losing weight, eating healthily and being more active.
Healthier You, the NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme, provides FREE tailored, personalised help to reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes including education on healthy eating and lifestyle, help to lose weight and bespoke physical exercise programmes. The programme is helping people like you and shows real results. To join, speak to your GP. They will check you are eligible to take part and then they can refer you.
If you think you, or someone you know, is at risk of developing type 2 diabetes:
- go to https://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk/start to get an estimate of your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes
- take up the offer of a free NHS Health Check which will assess your risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease and hypertension
- ask your GP or practice nurse for a blood test to check blood sugar levels
- take up the offer of attending a Healthier You session if you are invited.
Find out more about Healthier You at www.stopdiabetes.co.uk or ask a member of your GP practice team.
Cancer Screening
We are hoping to encourage our patients to take part in cancer screening. Figures from studies show that in Southampton uptake is poorer than in other regions and we would very much like to improve on this. Please go to the cancer screening tab to the right of this page for further details. If you are invited in for screening, please do participate as this very important testing can save lives.
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Welcome to Atherley House Surgery
With patients' needs at the heart of everything we do, our website has been designed to make it easy for you to gain access to information about the practice, other NHS services and health advice. Use the tabs at the top and to the right of this page to navigate your way around our website.
APPOINTMENTS
Use the right service - click this link to find out which service is right for your needs.
CLICK THE BLUE BANNER BELOW TO START AN ECONSULT. THIS IS FOR ROUTINE, SICK NOTE OR ADMIN ENQUIRIES ONLY. DO NOT SUBMIT URGENT ENQUIRIES.
Access more information about our appointment system here.
PRESCRIPTION REQUESTS
Please allow 3 working days for us to process your prescription request. Click here to find out ways you can request a prescription
For Data Opt Out queries - please see 'Information Sharing' link to the right of this notice.
NHS APP/ONLINE SERVICES
You can use the NHS App or SystmOnline to cancel appointments, request medications, view test results and your medical records.
PATIENT FEEDBACK
We value patient feedback, it is a crucial element to reviews of the services that we provide to you and it helps us improve our processes.
Friend & Family Test - February 2025 results you can have your say on this short survey by clicking the Friends & Family Test link to the right hand side.
NHS Website - you can leave a review on our NHS web page. This helps new patients moving to the area find a GP surgery that is suited to their needs.
Complaints - Whilst we strive to deliver excellent care and service to our patients, we understand that sometimes you may not be satisfied with the service you have received. Click here to find out how to make a complaint.
ACCESS
Access to the surgery for disabled patients is available by the rear access door. Please ring the bell and someone from reception will attend to you.
All clinical rooms are located on the ground floor of the building. Toilets are accessible for all patients. We have a hearing loop installed in the practice for patients who are hearing impaired.
There are easy to read signs around the practice.
If you require any additional support when visiting the practice please let a member of our team know.
Opening Times
Opening Times
| Morning | Afternoon | |
| Monday | 08:30 - 13:00 | 14:00 - 18:30 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 13:00 | 14:00 - 18:30 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 13:00 | 14:00 - 18:30 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 13:00 | 14:00 - 18:30 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 13:00 | 14:00 - 18:30 |
| Weekend | closed | closed |
Surgery Times
Times variable from O8:30 (morning surgery) and 15:30 (afternoon surgery)
| Morning | Afternoon | |
| Monday |
Dr Law Dr Hillman |
Dr Law Dr Green |
| Tuesday |
Dr Green Dr Hillman |
Dr Green Dr Hillman |
| Wednesday |
Dr Law Dr Wallis |
Dr Law |
| Thursday |
Dr Papakosta Dr Hillman |
Dr Papakosta |
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Friday |
Dr Green Dr Hillman |
Dr Green Dr Hillman |
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Weekend *
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Closed | Closed |
* Extended Hours
Saturday extended hours 8.30am - 11.30am once per month.
Monday extended hours 6.30pm - 7.00pm each week
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