Home Visits

Home Visits

Home visits take several times longer than a surgery consultation. The doctor or nurse may phone you beforehand to find out more about the problem. The decision to visit is at the discretion of the doctor. Facilities at the surgery are far better for examinations and treatment. We do understand that it is impossible for some patients to attend surgery and the doctors are happy to visit the elderly and infirm at home. If possible please ring before 10.30am if a home visit is needed. Please remember “no transport” is not a reason for a home visit and we expect patients to use public transport. We do not normally visit children at home as we believe we can assess their health more safely at the surgery.