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Your Local NHS Pharmacy in Maidenhead
Wessex Pharmacy is an independent NHS Community Pharmacy dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare solutions for residents of Maidenhead and surrounding areas. Established with a commitment to excellence in healthcare, we offer a full range of NHS and private pharmacy services including prescription dispensing, repeat prescriptions, and private prescriptions. Our state-of-the-art online store provides competitive pricing on over 8,000 health and wellness products, with free prescription delivery across Maidenhead. The pharmacy team delivers specialist services such as blood pressure checks, travel vaccinations, emergency hormonal contraception, and medicine use reviews.We maintain strict compliance with NHS standards while offering innovative digital solutions like 24/7 online ordering and prescription reminders. Our premises operate under GPhC registration number 1028932, with superintendent pharmacist Hiten Popat overseeing professional standards. We prioritise patient safety through secure medication disposal services and maintain comprehensive computerised patient medication records. The pharmacy also provides specialist travel health consultations, including Hajj and Umrah vaccinations, and offers diagnostic testing services including Fit-to-Fly certificates for international travel.
Services
Prescription Dispensing
Travel Vaccinations
Blood Pressure Checks
Emergency Contraception
Fit-to-Fly Testing
Medicine Reviews
Health Screenings
Online Prescriptions
Vaccination Services
Medication Disposal
Highlights and features
- We provide free NHS prescription delivery across Maidenhead
- Our online ordering system enables 24/7 prescription management
- We offer Fit-to-Fly certificates with 24-hour turnaround
- We conduct comprehensive medicine use reviews for optimal treatment
- Our travel clinic provides specialist vaccinations and health advice
Associations and certifications
- General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
What people say
Professional staff
Comprehensive services
Convenient online ordering
Excellent travel advice
Prompt delivery
Services
Prescription Dispensing
We dispense NHS and private prescriptions with expert pharmaceutical oversight. Our computerised system ensures accurate medication records and drug interaction checks. Patients can order repeat prescriptions online with delivery options available. The service includes private prescription medications and specialist medication reviews to optimise treatment outcomes. We maintain daily contact with local surgeries for prescription accuracy.
Travel Vaccinations
Our travel clinic provides comprehensive vaccination advice and immunisations for international travel. Services include ACWY meningitis vaccines, hepatitis protection, and yellow fever certification. Experienced pharmacists assess individual health needs and provide malaria prevention guidance. We offer walk-in consultations and Hajj/Umrah specialist packages with all necessary documentation for global travel requirements.
Blood Pressure Checks
We provide free NHS blood pressure monitoring services in accordance with national health guidelines. The service includes cardiovascular risk assessment and lifestyle advice. Patients receive regular monitoring with GP referral pathways for abnormal readings. Our pharmacists offer expert consultation on hypertension management and medication optimisation for cardiovascular health maintenance.
Emergency Contraception
We supply emergency hormonal contraception with professional pharmacist consultation. The service includes suitability assessment and medical history review in private consultation rooms. We provide free Levonelle One Step to eligible patients under 24 while offering private purchase options. Pharmacists deliver comprehensive usage instructions and follow-up advice for reproductive health management.
Fit-to-Fly Testing
We offer rapid Covid-19 PCR testing with Fit-to-Fly certification for international travel. The service guarantees next-day results through Medicspot laboratory partnership. Patients receive official medical certificates meeting airline and destination requirements. We provide travel health advice alongside testing services to ensure complete travel preparedness.
People
Hiten Popat
Superintendent Pharmacist
Registered pharmacist with extensive community pharmacy experience, overseeing professional standards at Wessex Pharmacy. Holds GPhC registration number 2044387 and ensures compliance with pharmaceutical regulations. Leads clinical governance and quality assurance initiatives across pharmacy operations.
Questions
How can I order repeat prescriptions online?
Use our 24/7 online ordering system to manage prescriptions with reminders and delivery tracking. Register for free access through our website.
Do you provide Fit-to-Fly certificates for international travel?
Yes, we offer PCR testing with Fit-to-Fly certification and 24-hour result guarantee through our Medicspot partnership.
What travel vaccinations do you offer?
We provide comprehensive travel immunisations including yellow fever, hepatitis, and meningitis vaccines with specialist travel consultations.
Are blood pressure checks free?
Yes, we offer free NHS blood pressure monitoring services with professional pharmacist consultation and follow-up advice.
Do you dispense private prescriptions?
Yes, we dispense private prescriptions with competitive pricing and professional pharmaceutical oversight for all medication requirements.
What are your opening hours?
Monday-Friday 09:00-18:30, Saturday 09:00-14:00, Sunday closed. Holiday hours vary by branch location.
