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"GP practice providing comprehensive NHS primary care to Whickham and surrounding communities"
The Whickham Practice serves over 15,800 patients from Whickham, Swalwell and the surrounding areas. Established in the 1870s and operating from purpose-built premises since 2002, the practice combines 5 GP partners, 5 salaried doctors, specialist nurses, healthcare assistants and a 24-strong support team to deliver primary care services. The practice runs specialist clinics for long term conditions including diabetes and heart failure, provides minor surgery, and offers extended hours on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings plus Friday mornings. Staff work to BMA safe working guidance and support clinical interests in areas such as dermatology. The practice is a training site for GP registrars and medical students.
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A community where every patient receives dignified, inclusive care regardless of background or circumstance
To provide high quality, patient focused NHS care to everyone regardless of race, religion, nationality, age, ability, sexual orientation or gender identity