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Your Local NHS GP Practice in Alston
Alston Medical Practice is a dedicated healthcare provider serving the Alston community with comprehensive general practice services. Established to deliver patient-centred care, we offer a wide range of medical services including routine and urgent appointments, chronic disease management, vaccinations, and health education. Our team of experienced GPs, nurses, and healthcare professionals prioritises accessibility, with evening and weekend appointments available through the Cumbria Health Enhanced Access service. As a training practice, we integrate medical education with patient care, ensuring our staff maintain the highest clinical standards.We are proud to be an accredited Veteran Friendly GP Practice, offering tailored support for armed forces veterans. Our dispensing service provides added convenience for patients, and we actively promote self-care through digital resources like the getUBetter app. With a strong commitment to confidentiality, inclusivity, and community well-being, we work closely with local health partners to address both physical and mental health needs. Our practice adheres to strict data protection standards and maintains transparent communication with patients through regular updates and feedback mechanisms.
Services
General Practice
Prescriptions
Vaccinations
Chronic Disease Management
Veteran Health Checks
Highlights and features
- We are an accredited Veteran Friendly GP Practice with specialist support
- Our team includes experienced GPs and healthcare professionals
- We offer evening and weekend appointments through Cumbria Health Enhanced Access
- Our dispensing service provides convenient medication access
- We integrate social prescribing with medical care for holistic support
Associations and certifications
- Veteran Friendly GP Practice
- Information Commissioners Office (ICO) registered
What people say
Knowledgeable doctors
Convenient prescriptions
Friendly staff
Good chronic care
Accessible location
Services
General Practice
Our general practice services provide comprehensive healthcare for patients of all ages. We offer face-to-face, telephone, and video consultations with GPs and nurses for routine check-ups, acute illnesses, and long-term condition management. Patients can access same-day appointments for urgent needs and pre-booked slots for non-urgent matters. Our team works closely with specialists and community health services to ensure coordinated care.
Prescriptions
We manage repeat prescriptions through multiple convenient channels including online systems, mobile apps, and in-person requests. Patients can collect medications directly from our on-site dispensary or nominate a preferred pharmacy. Our pharmacists provide expert advice on medication usage, side effects, and over-the-counter treatments while ensuring safe disposal of unused medicines.
Vaccinations
Our vaccination programme protects patients against seasonal flu, COVID-19, and other preventable diseases. We offer targeted immunisations for specific groups including young children, elderly patients, and those with chronic health conditions. Our team provides expert advice on vaccine safety and schedules while maintaining detailed immunisation records for all registered patients.
Chronic Disease Management
We provide specialist support for patients with chronic conditions like diabetes, asthma, and heart disease. Our structured care plans include regular health checks, medication reviews, and lifestyle advice. We use digital monitoring tools to track patient progress while coordinating with hospital specialists and community nurses to ensure comprehensive management of complex health needs.
Veteran Health Checks
As an accredited Veteran Friendly Practice, we offer tailored health assessments for armed forces veterans. Our experienced team understands service-related health issues and provides priority access to mental health support, physical rehabilitation services, and specialist referrals. We maintain close links with military charities and veteran support organisations to deliver holistic care.
People
Dr Claire Corlett
General Practitioner
Dr Corlett is a qualified GP with extensive experience in family medicine. She specialises in women's health and preventive care, focusing on early intervention strategies to improve patient outcomes through comprehensive health assessments and personalised treatment plans.
Dr John McCullough
General Practitioner
Dr McCullough brings decades of clinical expertise to our practice, with particular interests in chronic disease management and geriatric care. He leads our diabetes clinic and works closely with patients to develop sustainable health improvement strategies through evidence-based medical approaches.
Tania Rymer
Practice Manager
Tania oversees the operational management of our practice, ensuring efficient service delivery across clinical and administrative functions. With a background in healthcare administration, she focuses on improving patient access to services and maintaining compliance with NHS quality standards.
Brenda Wright
Practice Nurse
Brenda provides essential nursing care and health education to patients, specialising in wound care and immunisations. She plays a key role in our chronic disease clinics, supporting patients with condition monitoring and lifestyle modification programmes.
Jennifer Barber
Macmillan Nurse
Jennifer offers specialist cancer care support, providing information and emotional assistance to patients and families. She coordinates palliative care services and works closely with oncology teams to ensure seamless treatment pathways for cancer patients.
Questions
How do I book an appointment?
Book appointments online via myGP app, phone us on 01434 381214 during opening hours, or use our online form. Urgent appointments available same-day for pressing medical needs.
What prescription services do you offer?
Order repeat prescriptions through myGP app, NHS App, or in-person. Collect medications from our on-site dispensary or nominated pharmacy. We provide medication reviews and pharmaceutical advice.
Are you accessible for patients with disabilities?
Our surgery has wheelchair access, disabled parking, and induction loop systems. We offer home visits for housebound patients and provide communication support for those with special needs.
Do you offer specialist services for veterans?
As an accredited Veteran Friendly Practice, we provide priority access to healthcare services, specialist mental health support, and tailored health assessments for armed forces veterans.
How can I access test results?
We contact patients directly for abnormal results requiring follow-up. You can access routine results through our online portal after they've been reviewed by a doctor.
What should I do in a medical emergency?
Call 999 for life-threatening emergencies or use NHS 111 online for urgent medical advice outside surgery hours. We recommend contacting NHS 111 first for children under five needing urgent care.
