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Your Trusted NHS General Practice in Burnham-on-Sea
Burnham Medical Centre has been delivering comprehensive NHS general practice services to approximately 14,700 patients across two coastal locations in Burnham-on-Sea and Berrow. Since joining Symphony Healthcare Services in April 2023, we have maintained our commitment to providing high-quality healthcare through a multidisciplinary team comprising GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Practice Nurses, and HCAs. Our practice is registered with the Care Quality Commission to deliver essential services including diagnostic procedures, family planning, maternity care, surgical interventions, and treatment for various medical conditions.We prioritise patient engagement through initiatives like our Patient Participation Group, which actively shapes service improvements. Our extended access programme offers appointments until 20:00 on weekdays and Saturday mornings across partner practices, ensuring greater flexibility for our community. With dedicated staff training sessions held monthly and urgent care support available 24/7 via NHS 111, we balance continuity of care with modern accessibility while maintaining strict clinical safety standards.
Services
Blood Tests
Home Visits
Travel Advice
Injections
Patient Support
Childhood Immunisation
Chronic Disease Management
Midwifery Services
Contraception
Social Prescribing
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 urgent care triage through NHS 111 support
- Our multidisciplinary team includes specialist pharmacists and nurse practitioners
- Registered with the Care Quality Commission for clinical excellence
- Offer extended access appointments until 20:00 on weekdays
- Active Patient Participation Group shaping service improvements
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission
Services
Blood Tests
Our practice provides comprehensive blood testing services for routine health checks and specific medical investigations. Patients receive clear preparation guidance and timely result interpretation from qualified healthcare professionals. This essential diagnostic tool supports early detection and effective management of various health conditions.
Home Visits
We offer home visit services for patients with mobility challenges or acute medical needs. Our experienced clinicians conduct thorough assessments and provide necessary treatments in the comfort of patients' homes, ensuring continuity of care for vulnerable individuals.
Travel Advice
The practice delivers specialist travel health consultations including risk assessment, vaccination programmes, and malaria prevention advice. Our travel clinic ensures patients receive country-specific immunisations and comprehensive health guidance for safe international travel.
Injections
We administer various therapeutic injections including hormonal treatments and specialist medications like Mounjaro. Our trained staff ensure proper dosage administration, monitor patient responses, and provide detailed aftercare instructions for injectable treatment programmes.
Patient Support
Our support services encompass chronic disease management, social prescribing initiatives, and peer support workshops. Patients benefit from coordinated care plans, community resource connections, and educational programmes addressing long-term health conditions and wellbeing.
Questions
What healthcare services do you offer?
We provide NHS general practice services including blood tests, home visits, travel vaccinations, chronic disease management, and contraceptive services across our Burnham-on-Sea and Berrow locations.
How can I book an evening or weekend appointment?
Contact your registered practice during normal opening hours to arrange extended access appointments available until 20:00 on weekdays and Saturday mornings at partner surgeries.
What should I do for urgent medical help outside hours?
Call NHS 111 for urgent medical advice between 18:30-08:00 weekdays or during weekends/holidays. Use 999 for life-threatening emergencies.
Are you accepting new patients?
As an NHS practice serving local communities, we welcome new patient registrations through standard NHS procedures. Contact us for specific registration requirements and area eligibility.
