A wide range of special services are available to patients at Oriel Surgery:

Cervical Screening

Smear tests are available by contacting reception. Our practice nurse routinely carries these tests out by a GP may do the test were Nicola is unavailable.

Maternity Care

The Antenatal and postnatal clinic is in Antrim Health Centre. A new link to online antenatal bookings is coming soon.

Child Health

8 week infant development checks are undertaken by a GP on Wednesday mornings afternoons by appointment before 1st infant vaccines.

Family Planning

General contraceptive services are available by appointment with all doctors. IUCD fitting, reviews and Removals are all available by appointment.

Diabetes/Asthma/COPD

Clinics are held by the practice nurse. Please telephone and make your appointment as soon as your receive your recall letter.

Minor Surgery

We offer an extensive Minor Surgery service by Appointment only. Please consult with your GP in surgery where an appointment will be advised.

Heart Disease

Heart Disease is the most common cause of death in Northern Ireland. You can reduce your risk by doing the following

• Following a low fat diet
• Take regular exercise
• Stop smoking
• Have your cholesterol and blood pressure checked regularly

Diabetes

If you have a close relative who is diabetic then you are at increased risk of developing this condition. Please bring a sample of urine for testing at three yearly intervals.

Breast Screening

All women between the ages of 50-70 years of age should attend the mobile screening unit for mammography. If you have a family history of breast cancer please contact the doctor as you may need early or more regular screening.