The Acorn Practice, May Lane Surgery, Dursley, Gloucestershire, GL11 4JNTel: 01453 540540
MBBCh DFFP, Registered Wales 1987
MBBS DRCOG DFFP MRCGP FRACGP, Registered London 1989
BM BS 2011 Universities of Exeter and Plymouth
MB ChB, Registered University of Aberdeen 1993
From time to time student doctors are attached to the practice as part of their training. Should you prefer to see the doctor alone please tell the receptionist when she informs you about the student.
Specially trained to work in general practice they perform blood tests, dress wounds, run health clinics and are available for advice and treatment of minor illnesses and will organise and give travel vaccinations. Phone for an appointment on Dursley 540540. Telephone advice is also available from the Nurse or Doctor if an appointment is not necessary.
Receptionists, administrative and secretarial staff keep the surgery running smoothly.
The Surgery Manager, Wendy Hunter, has overall responsibility for the surgery staff. She can be contacted on 01453 540540
The Midwives work with the Doctors during your ante-natal and post-natal care. You will see them at the Surgery for clinics and at home after delivery They can be contacted via Stroud Maternity Hospital on Stroud 562145.
Employed by the local authority they work with the Doctors treating people at home who are too ill or unable to attend the Surgery. They can be contacted on 01453 540034 (answer-phone).
Employed by the local community and work closely with the Doctors in the care of the under fives. They can be contacted by telephoning 0300 421 8433