Healthcare Assistant

Carol Kaye

Carol performs a number of duties within the practice including blood tests, urinalysis, smoking cessation advice, Blood Pressure checks, wound dressing, ECG's, Flu and Pneumonia vaccinations, B12 injections.

Carol can also visit housebound patients to perform routine blood tests.

 

 

Lindsey Pratt

Midwife Lindsey Pratt runs an Antenatal Clinic on a Wednesday morning with half hour sessions. She offers individual care to women and their families and helps them to take part in their own care planning during pregnancy.

Lindsey will support the woman and her partner, and may help with the birth of the baby. Support continues from the confirmation of the pregnancy and through the post-natal period which follows the end of labour.

If you are newly pregnant, please book an appointment with Lindsey with one of our receptionists.

 

Health Visitors

Are based at Manor Square Clinic in Otley - Tel: 01943-850182

They can give help and advice on a range of issues, including :-

Children's growth and health
Common infections in childhood
Common skin problems
Behavioural issues
Breastfeeding, eating and Hygiene
Post-natal depression

 

Community Nursing Team

District Nurses are responsible for nursing care for patients either at home or in residential homes.

The Team Leader is:
Sister Jenny Hughes (RGN DN)

District Nurses can be contacted through Yeadon Health Centre - 0113 295 4280-

The Community Matron is Jackie Heptonstall. She can be contacted at Manor Square Clinic Tel: 01943-850182.

Jackie plays a major role in the care of the elderly.