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Your Local GP Practice in Loughborough
Pinfold Medical Practice has served the Loughborough community with comprehensive healthcare services for over 30 years. Our team of experienced GPs, nurses, and healthcare professionals provides patient-centred care across a wide range of medical needs, from routine check-ups to chronic disease management. We operate an advanced access appointment system ensuring patients can see a GP within 48 hours while maintaining continuity of care through regular consultations with preferred doctors. Our practice offers extended hours appointments across West Leicestershire locations and utilises modern technology for online booking, electronic prescriptions, and secure patient communications. We maintain strong partnerships with local hospitals and specialists to ensure seamless referrals when required.Our clinical team includes paramedics, advanced nurse practitioners, and specialists in areas such as diabetes care, respiratory conditions, and mental health. We prioritise preventive care through vaccination programmes, cervical screening, and health promotion initiatives. The practice participates in medical education and research to maintain cutting-edge clinical standards. Our patient participation group actively involves the community in service improvements, while our social prescribing initiatives connect patients with local support networks. We maintain strict quality standards through regular audits and compliance with NHS regulations.
Services
GP Consultations
Prescription Services
Vaccinations
Health Checks
Chronic Disease Management
Mental Health Support
Travel Vaccinations
Minor Surgery
Online Booking
Home Visits
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years' experience serving Loughborough communities
- Our advanced access system guarantees GP appointments within 48 hours
- We offer extended hours appointments across West Leicestershire locations
- Our clinical team includes specialist paramedics and advanced nurse practitioners
- We maintain active patient participation through community engagement initiatives
What people say
Excellent staff
Quick appointments
Comprehensive care
Professional service
Friendly team
Services
GP Consultations
Our general practice consultations provide comprehensive medical care through experienced GPs. Patients can access routine appointments within 48 hours or book in advance for specific doctors. We offer both face-to-face and telephone consultations to accommodate different needs. Our GPs manage acute illnesses, chronic conditions, preventive care, and health education, maintaining continuity of care through regular patient interactions.
Prescription Services
We provide prescription management for long-term medications and acute treatments. Our electronic prescribing system enables direct transmission to nominated pharmacies. Patients can order repeat prescriptions online or through our secure eConsult platform. We maintain strict clinical governance for medication safety and offer medication reviews to ensure appropriate usage and dosage adjustments.
Vaccinations
Our vaccination programme includes routine childhood immunisations, annual flu jabs, travel vaccines, and pneumococcal vaccinations for at-risk groups. Our trained nurses administer vaccines following comprehensive health assessments. We maintain detailed immunisation records and provide travel health advice including destination-specific vaccination requirements and malaria prophylaxis.
Health Checks
We offer annual health checks for chronic conditions like diabetes, asthma, and hypertension. Our preventive services include cardiovascular risk assessments, blood pressure monitoring, and health lifestyle advice. Patients aged 40-74 can access NHS health checks, while over-75s receive annual wellness reviews to maintain optimal health and prevent disease progression.
Mental Health Support
Our practice provides comprehensive mental health care including anxiety and depression management. We offer initial assessments, treatment plans, and ongoing support through GPs and specialist mental health facilitators. Our services include crisis intervention, medication management, and referrals to secondary mental health services when required, alongside social prescribing initiatives for community support.
People
Dr I Brockhurst
GP Partner
Experienced general practitioner with specialist interest in chronic disease management and preventive medicine. Committed to delivering patient-centred care through evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.
Dr J Brunskill
GP Partner
GP partner with expertise in mental health services and patient education. Actively involved in medical training and practice quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes for local patients.
Claire Thompson
Advanced Nurse Practitioner
Lead nurse practitioner specialising in urgent care and minor illnesses. Provides frontline clinical assessments for acute conditions including respiratory infections, skin complaints, and minor injuries across all age groups.
Walter
Paramedic
Paramedic practitioner with specialist skills in cardiovascular and respiratory conditions. Offers targeted consultations for hypertension, chest pain, and acute respiratory issues with evidence-based management plans.
Sophie Howlin
Business Manager
Practice business manager overseeing operational efficiency and patient services. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction through continuous service improvement initiatives.
Questions
How do I book a GP appointment?
Book online via our Patient Access system, use our mobile app, call 01509 220960, or visit reception. 50% of appointments can be booked up to four weeks in advance.
Can I get same-day appointments?
Yes, half our appointments are released daily at 8:00am. We also offer telephone consultations and home visits for housebound patients.
How do I order repeat prescriptions?
Use Patient Access online services, our eConsult platform, or complete a paper request form. Allow 48 hours (excluding weekends) for processing.
What services do you offer for chronic conditions?
We provide annual health checks, medication reviews, and specialist management for conditions like diabetes, asthma, COPD, and hypertension with dedicated nurse clinics.
Are there extended hours available?
Yes, we offer extended access appointments in early mornings, evenings, and weekends across West Leicestershire locations through our GP federation.
How do I join the practice?
Complete our online registration form or visit reception with photo ID and proof of address. We accept NHS patients within our Loughborough catchment area.
