Blood Tests & Investigations Our doctors will guide you as to which diagnostic investigations you should have. A full range of blood tests and urine pathology services is provided by "TDL" The Doctors Laboratory. Unless you are bringing a pathology request form with you or are only requesting the following tests you will need to see one of our doctors.

These tests are available without a doctor's appointment:

• Cholesterol (Fasting Lipids) • Hepatitis B immunity following a completed course of immunisations • Blood Group • Chlamydia Testing (by Urine sample) • Pregnancy Testing (by Urine sample)   With appropriate referral documentation: • Reported ECGs • Lung Function Tests

A doctor's appointment is essential if any blood tests are being considered for anyone under 16 years old.





Private GP Consultations

We have a team of six GPs, three of whom are Partners and three Associate Doctors. A standard consultation is 15 minutes. This is appropriate for minor illnesses, such as sore throats, fevers or sudden infections. We recommend booking a longer consultation for up to 30 minutes for more complex problems.

We welcome the presence of a friend or family member at your consultation, who can also act as a chaperone if you wish.

All private GP services must now be registered with the Healthcare Commission and produce a Patient Guide. The Harrow Health Care Centre's Patient Guide includes details of our Complaints Policy and is available upon request.

We embrace the Healthcare Commission's and the NHS NSF standards for the care of children and all our staff receive annual training in child protection issues.

For further information about our GPs click here or GP consultations click here

Nurses and Health Visitor

In addition to running the Travel Clinic and assisting the Doctors with various medical examinations, our Practice Nurses offer a full range of general practice services, including organising pathology tests, administering injections, wound care including changing dressings and removing sutures. The Practice Nurses are also available to assist in monitoring the health of patients with chronic disorders, such as diabetes, as well as offering support and advice on a full range of health subjects.

Our Health Visitor is available to offer advice and support across the age spectrum, from pregnant women to families with young children and the elderly. She provides a home visiting service to members of the Harrow Health Care Centre. Non-registered patients wishing to access the Health Visitor for advice are invited to make an appointment with her at the Centre. Practice Nurse and Health Visitor appointments are arranged by our Receptionists on 020 8861 1221.

Psychiatrist

Dr. Theodore Soutzos BSc MBBS MRCPsych

Dr. Soutzos is a Consultant Psychiatrist with fifteen years' medical experience and has been at the top of his profession for the last six years.

He holds the Gaskell Medal for Clinical Excellence. Dr. Soutzos has undertaken research and given presentations and now works in the field of general psychiatry, which includes anxiety disorders, panic, phobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, bi-polar disorder (manic depression), addictions (including alcohol and drugs), dementia, schizophrenia, sexual dysfunction, attention deficit disorder and life coaching.

He also acts as a medico-legal expert witness for court cases. Dr. Soutzos strongly believes in teamwork for the benefit of his patients and has access to a cohesive team of therapists. Dr. Soutzos sees patients who have been professionally referred to him or via personal recommendation. Appointments can be made via his secretary on 0208 392 4282 or secretary@soutzos.com

Psychologist

Mr. Anthony Martin BSc (Psych) MSc RMN Dip.HEd MRSH MIHE MBAPpharm

Mr. Martin is a clinical psychologist/cognitive and EMDR (eye movement desensitisation reprocessing) psychotherapist, with over ten years' experience in mental health services.

Prior to qualifying as a psychologist and psychotherapist, he was a registered mental health nurse and spent two years studying medicine. Mr. Martin accepts patient referrals via general practitioners, psychiatric services and other mental health professionals. He also welcomes self referrals for initial assessments and therapy. In addition to treating all mental health problems, Mr. Martin has specialist expertise in treating patients with anxiety disorders, such as obsessive, compulsive disorder and post traumatic stress.

Psychotherapist/Counsellor

Carole Golten, Dipl. Psych, UKCP Registered

Carole has been practicing counselling and psychotherapy since she graduated from the Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy Education in 1995. She has been at the Harrow Health Care Centre since 1999 and offers expertise in a wide range of specialist areas including: depression and anxiety, bereavement, relationship problems including couples counselling, sexual problems, addictions, stress, eating disorders, parenting issues, trauma and panic attacks.

 

Snore-Tech

Snoring and Sleep Apnoea Clinic

Mr. Joe Marais	Dr. Dan Ornadel	Mr. Victor Crow

Snoring is extremely common and can be very disruptive to sufferers and their families. Sleep apnoea (SA) meanwhile is a more serious condition, although SA patients snore too. The difference is that SA sufferers also periodically stop breathing whilst asleep. Both of these conditions can be treated with high success rates. Snore-tech is a modern specialist clinic within the Harrow Health Care Centre which specifically deals with the problems of snoring and SA. It is staffed by Consultants who represent each of the medical specialities which are involved in the treatment of these conditions. The Consultants are all British-trained and are based in local NHS hospitals where they have been dealing with these conditions for several years. At Snore-Tech, all the latest treatments are available on site and admission to hospital is seldom required. Sophisticated yet comfortable and easily tolerated sleep studies can be carried out at your home to diagnose the problem. A variety of procedures can be offered under local anaesthetic at the Harrow Health Care Centre to cure snoring, as well as mandibular advancement splints and CPAP therapy for those with sleep apnoea. For further information visit www.snore-tech.com or telephone 020 8861 5007 for an information pack. To make an appointment call the Receptionists on 020 8 861 1221

 

 

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