Business Details
Your Local GP Practice in Burwash
Fairfield Surgery has been serving the Burwash community since its establishment, providing comprehensive primary healthcare services to patients of all ages. Our dedicated team of medical professionals specialises in managing both acute and chronic health conditions, with a particular focus on preventive care and patient education. With modern facilities and a commitment to continuous improvement, we offer a wide range of services including routine consultations, specialist clinics for chronic disease management, and urgent care for minor injuries. Our practice is equipped with the latest medical technology to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans. We prioritise accessibility through extended hours and home visit services for patients with mobility challenges.Our team maintains strong partnerships with local specialists and hospitals to ensure seamless referrals when specialist care is required. We actively engage with our patient community through regular health promotion initiatives and patient participation groups. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through our adherence to NHS standards and regular internal audits of clinical practices. We provide tailored health management plans for patients with long-term conditions, supported by annual medication reviews. Our practice is fully compliant with data protection regulations and maintains strict confidentiality protocols for all patient records.
Services
GP Consultations
Chronic Disease Management
Vaccination Clinics
Home Visits
Dispensary Services
Health Screenings
Child Health Checks
Medication Reviews
Urgent Care
Online Appointments
Highlights and features
- We offer extended access appointments until 8pm on weekdays and Saturday mornings
- Our practice provides home visits for patients with mobility limitations
- We maintain partnerships with local specialists for seamless referral pathways
- Our team includes dedicated safeguarding leads for adult and child protection
- We operate a modern dispensary for patients living over a mile from chemists
Services
GP Consultations
Our experienced GPs provide comprehensive medical consultations for patients of all ages. Services include diagnosis of acute conditions, management of chronic illnesses, and preventive healthcare advice. Patients can access both telephone and face-to-face appointments with options for urgent care when required.
Chronic Disease Management
Specialist clinics for managing chronic conditions like diabetes, asthma, and hypertension. Our team provides regular monitoring, treatment adjustments, and patient education to ensure optimal condition control. Annual medication reviews help maintain effective treatment plans.
Vaccination Clinics
We offer routine vaccinations for children and adults, including annual flu jabs and travel immunisations. Our clinics provide both NHS-funded vaccines and private vaccination options with expert advice on travel health requirements.
Home Visits
Medical care delivered at patients' homes for those unable to attend the surgery. Available for acute medical needs and post-natal care, with priority given to urgent cases. Requests must be made before 10:30am for same-day visits.
Dispensary Services
Our practice dispensary provides medications directly to eligible patients living over a mile from the nearest pharmacy. Qualified dispensers ensure accurate medication supply with clear usage instructions and safety information.
People
Dr Mark Robertson
Partner & Caldicott Guardian
Qualified from St George's Medical School in 2010, Dr Robertson specialises in adult safeguarding and leads data protection compliance at Fairfield Surgery.
Dr Simon Gilmore
Partner & Child Safeguarding Lead
With MRCGP qualification, Dr Gilmore specialises in paediatric care and child protection, ensuring comprehensive safeguarding for young patients.
Dr Claire Tickner
Salaried GP
Dr Tickner holds MRCGP and DRCOG qualifications, providing general practice services with particular expertise in obstetrics and gynaecology.
Angela Saunders
Practice Manager
Overseeing daily operations, Angela manages practice resources and staff to ensure efficient delivery of patient care services.
Sister Debbie Simkins
Practice Nurse
As RGN qualified nurse, Debbie provides health assessments, family planning advice, and chronic disease management support for patients.
Questions
How do I book an appointment at Fairfield Surgery?
Appointments can be booked online via Patient Access, through the NHS App, or by calling 01435 882306 during phone lines opening hours (8am-6:30pm).
What services are available outside normal working hours?
For urgent medical issues outside normal hours, contact NHS 111. Our dispensary operates Monday-Friday 9am-4:30pm.
How can I order repeat prescriptions?
Repeat prescriptions can be ordered online via NHS App/Patient Access, by post, or using the prescription request box at reception.
What specialist clinics are offered at Fairfield Surgery?
We offer antenatal care, asthma clinics, child vaccinations, diabetic clinic, flu vaccinations, and well-person health checks.
Is home visit service available for patients?
Home visits are available for patients unable to attend the surgery due to medical condition, with requests needing to be received before 10:30am.
How does the practice support patients with long-term conditions?
We provide specialist management for chronic conditions, annual medication reviews, and personalised health management plans for long-term care.
