The GP Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner (GPAPP) is embedded in the medical practice to offer patients and GPs a specialist service for the Assessment and Treatment of Musculoskeletal conditions for those aged over 16. We see acute and chronic conditions related to muscles, joints and the nervous system, with a view to early diagnosis, advice and onward referral as appropriate. The aim is to be able to see patients in a much shorter timeframe than a normal physiotherapy referral route, to assess and intervene early, thus providing much needed early access for patient. Appointments can be booked via our Reception team, there is no need to see the GP first.

We have a dedicated Practice Mental Health Nurse, the role is designed to be a ‘first contact’ offering initial assessment and personalised care-planning, advice, signposting and onward referral to other services as appropriate. We can see patients between the ages of 18-64 inclusive who contact the Practice requesting an appointment for mental health conditions.

Appointments are made via Reception staff and the patient does not need to have been seen by a GP prior to seeing the Practice Mental Health Nurse. These appointments are longer than what can be provided by GPs. The Practice Mental Health Nurse is highly experienced and trained in assessing and managing a range of mental health conditions. They will talk to the patient and assess any immediate needs, such as identifying whether an urgent/same day referral is required.

Being diagnosed with cancer can be overwhelming and many people don’t know where to go for support. If you are living in West Lothian and have been affected by cancer, our Improving the Cancer Journey service is here to help you live as well as possible.

An appointment with the Improving the Cancer Journey practitioner gives a person the time to discuss their concerns and think about ‘what matters to them’. The service is here to help people affected by cancer (including family members and carers) access the right support at any point on their cancer journey.  

Here are some of the things we can offer support with:

• Money or housing worries
• Work
• Caring responsibilities
• Physical concerns
• Emotional Concerns

If you would like to find out more about how we can help or to book an appointment, please contact us:

Tel no: 07977307286 / 07929784315

Email: loth.icj@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk

Contact your own dentist first. If this is not possible:

• For patients aged 16 years and over – Chalmers Street Dental Clinic 0131 536 4800 (Chalmers Street also has a walk-in clinic Monday to Thursday 9.00 am to 4.45 pm and Friday 9.00 am to 4.15 pm).

• For patients under 16 years – Edinburgh Dental Institute 0131 536 1129 (Open Monday to Friday 9.30 am to 11.00 am and 2.00 pm to 3.00 pm).

Our dedicated community services team offers a range of support through our health visitors and district nurses. We also offer chiropody, midwifery, physiotherapy, speech therapy, and the treatment room. To access these services, please, phone: 01506 771871.

Support and information on sexual health and family planning is available regardless of age, gender and personal circumstances. We offer a full contraception service including advice on different methods and coil or cap fitting. Emergency contraception (the morning after pill) is also available. Please note, that it is only effective up to 72 hours after intercourse and not all doctors will prescribe this.

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Practice nurse or GP.

Practice nurse.

Practice nurse or GP.