Reception and enquiries
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Common Conditions Room
Common Conditions Room
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Get immediate help with common conditions:
- Flu
- Coughs
- Colds
- Blocked nose
- Headaches
- Back pain
- Sprains
- Burns and scalds
- Animal bites
- Insect stings
- Cuts and grazes
- Minor head injury
- Chicken Pox
- Diarrhoea
- Verrucas
At the practice we run a minor illness clinic which aims to provide rapid access for acute problems.
Pharmacists can also advise on minor illnesses and injuries:
Alternatively you can visit your nearest Minor Injury Unit for help with minor injuries including sprains, burns and scalds, insect stings, cuts and grazes, animal bites and minor head injuries.
If you wish to get advice or see a Nurse or Doctor, please visit our Consulting Room.
Consulting room
Consulting room
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For Forms, Medicals, Test results and Certificates, and to find out about Appointments, please visit Reception
For appointment types available, please visit our Appointments page.
Call 111
Visit a Pharmacist
- No appointment necessary
- Many pharmacists have a confidential area
- Open till late and at weekends
Contact a Nurse or the Health Care Team
Contact a Doctor
Travel Clinic
Travel Clinic
How can we help you?
Vaccinations, medication and travel advice
Travel Assessment
If you are travelling abroad you will need to start thinking about your travel vaccinations at least 6 weeks before you’re due to leave as some vaccinations can take time to become effective.
Our travel services offer advice on travel illnesses and a full range of vaccinations. In order for you to prepare for travel, please fill out our Travel Form below.
We are a registered Yellow Fever centre and welcome patients from other health centres who are unable to give Yellow Fever vaccinations.
Do you need vaccinations?
Before you travel, it’s important to find out whether you will need vaccinations for the country you’re visiting.
Advice and help zone
Advice and help zone
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For Forms, Medicals and Certificates please visit Reception
For Health reviews, including Asthma reviews and Smoking cessation please visit our Health Review Clinic.
Blue Badge Information
We do not issue Blue badges from the medical practice. For more information and to see if you’re eligible and how you can apply visit the Oxfordshire Council website. Find out more
It is practice policy not to provide supporting evidence for blue badge applications, please do not ask your GP to do this. If the local council requires more information they will contact your GP direct.
Health and Care Oxfordshire app
This app shows you the best place to get help when you are ill, injured or need treatment. Find out more
Live Well Oxfordshire
Live Well Oxfordshire has information to help you to find your own way to meet any needs for support and care and for you, or a loved one, to lead the lives that you want.
Website: livewell.oxfordshire.gov.uk
Kingwood
A support service in Oxfordshire for people with Asperger Syndrome or High-Functioning Autism. Find out more
Lip Reading Course
Join a Lipreading course now and get your confidence back, there will be a course not too far from your door!
Lipreading courses are subsidised directly by Oxfordshire Adult Learning and fully supported and recommended by the Audiology Department at the John Radcliffe Hospital.
For further information kindly contact Sue Ferris on 07775 625 075
To enrol on one of our courses contact 0845 351 0646
Oxfordshire Country Council – Adult Learning
Course locations and fees for Lip Reading and British Sign Language
Medical Loans
The British Red Cross Medical Loan Service can provide short term loans of items such as wheelchairs, commodes and many other items. A Deposit is usually required.
The Witney Branch loan items, from the Methodist Church in the High Street between 1.30pm and 3.30pm on Tuesdays.
For Further details Contact Brenda Tomlin on 07951 746868
Alternatively you can visit the Red Cross Website or call them on 0845 0547 400
Podiatry (Chiropody)
NHS and private podiatry services are available for foot health, advice and treatment. The service is available based on need, regardless of age. A doctors’ referral is necessary. Book an appointment 01993 862120
Antenatal Care
Calculate your Due DateYour Antenatal Appointments ExplainedFind Maternity Services Near you
Community Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit
The Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU) is a community service which cares for women who are in the early stages of pregnancy and experiencing pain, bleeding or other problems relating to their pregnancy.
Telephone: 01865 221142
Website: www.ouh.nhs.uk/women
Community Midwife
A Community Midwife shares in the care of all mothers before and after delivery. She can be contacted by the Medical Practice on 01993 702911
For non-urgent calls please leave a message on the answer phone at 01993 708742
For immediate attention telephone 01865 220221
Glucose Tolerance Test
If your Doctor or Midwife has referred you for a Glucose Tolerance Test appointment, please read the information leaflet below – it contains important information about preparing for your appointment and what to expect.
Further information
Whatever you want to know about getting pregnant, being pregnant or caring for your new baby, you should find it here – NHS Choices – Your Pregnancy & Baby Guide
Midwife Clinics
The midwives run a clinic at the Witney Community Hospital from Monday to Friday 1.00pm – 4.00pm. Anyone wishing to see a midwife for advice will be welcome at this clinic.01993 708742
Planning your Pregnancy
If you’re planning on getting pregnant, you can improve your chances of conceiving and having a successful pregnancy. Follow these steps
UK National Screening Committee (NSC)
Provides key facts and resources for Antenatal and Newborn screening programmes. Find out more
Caring for Me and You
Online therapy package designed specifically to support people caring for someone with Dementia. Find out more
Carers Oxfordshire
Free, confidential advice, support, advocacy and information. 27 Horsefair, Banbury OX16 0AE 08457 125546
Emergency Carers support service
There are also courses available for carers, available in various location or online. Find out more
Carers UK
This site provides a wealth of information for carers. Find out more
Rethink Carers Support Service
A free service for or carers of patients affected by mental illness. Patients to not have to be receiving help or have formal diagnoses. Telephone 01865 455877
Witney Social Services
Social Services may be able to help both the carer and the person for whom they are caring. Find out more
Chicken Pox
Chickenpox is a mild and common childhood illness that most children catch at some point. Find out more
Fever in Children
A fever is a high temperature. As a general rule, in children, a temperature of over 37.5C (99.5F) is a fever. Find out more
Further information
From warts and measles to chickenpox and tonsillitis, find out how to recognise some of the most common childhood conditions NHS Choices – Childhood Illness
Hand Foot and Mouth Disease
Hand, foot and mouth disease is a viral infection that can affect young children. Find out more
Headlice
Head lice are tiny insects that live in human hair. They’re particularly common in children. Find out more
Slapped Cheek Syndrome
Slapped cheek syndrome is a viral infection that’s most common in children, It usually causes a bright red rash to develop on the cheeks. Find out more
Wednesday Drop-in
The Health Visiting Team offer advice and support for well babies and children every Wednesday at the Wesley Children’s Centre (Methodist Church) from 9.15am – 11.00am.
CAMHS
In Oxfordshire we provide a wide range of mental health services for children and young people (CAMHS) and community services.
These include the School Health Nursing service, Integrated Therapies and Family Nurse Partnership.
National Diabetes Audit
If you have diabetes, non-diabetic hyperglycaemia, impaired glucose tolerance or pre-diabetes, your GP practice will share information about your diabetes care and treatment with the NDA. The type of information and how it is shared, is controlled by law and enforced by strict rules or confidentiality and security. Find out more
Diabetes UK
From care and support to prevention, campaigning, fundraising and research, we’re tackling the fastest-growing health threat in the UK. Find out more
Further Information
For more information about diabetes and how to treat it visit NHS Choices – Diabetes
Emergency Dental Treatment
We do not provide emergency dental treatment in this health centre.
If you are registered with a dentist then telephone them in an emergency.
Alternatively, please contact NHS 111
Helpline
The county have organised a campaign to increase the early reporting of abuse and to publicise a range of services to help people experiencing abuse and their families and friends. The helpline has been launched with 250 champions in front-line agencies across Oxfordshire, trained to help and support victims, providing a one-stop service. Contact them now 0800 731 0055
Reducing the Risk
Provides advice, support anmd help for people affected by domestic violence. Find out more
Further Information
Oxford Women’s Aid 01865 791416
Domestic Violence Coordinators 01295 754625
Housing Rights 01865 247853
Victim Support 01865 751511
Abingdon Help Centre
Telephone 01865 328400
Al-Anon Family Groups
Provides support to anyone whose life is, or has been, affected by someone else’s drinking. Find out more
Alcohol Concern
A small charity working in England and Wales trying to change the conversations and attitudes people have about alcohol. Find out more
Base33 Youth Centre
A youth charity based in Witney. Telephone 01993 774402 Find out more
Drinkline
If you’re worried about your own or someone else’s drinking, you can call this free helpline, in complete confidence.0300 123 1110
One You Drinks Tracker - Mobile App
Drinking a bit too much can sneak up on you. Our free drinks tracker app makes it easy to keep an eye on the booze and take control with daily tips and feedback.
Talk to Frank
If you have a problem with drugs Talk to Frank for friendly, confidential drugs advice.0300 123 6600 Talk online
Turning Point (Witney Outpost)
For help with drug and alcohol advice. Telephone 01993 849405
Further information
1000For more information about the benefits of drinking less, top tips and more visit NHS Choices – Drinking and Alcohol
Alternatively, for more information on how drug misuse can be harmful to your health visit NHS Choices – The Effects of Drugs
Age UK
The UK largest charity working with older people. Find out more
Elderly Accommodation Counsel
Details on virtually all UK based care homes. Find out more
Foot Care - Solemates
Footcare Sole Mates is a simple footcare service to help maintain and improve the independence and mobility of older people in our community.
This service is for older people who are unable to cut their own nails through reasons of frailty and difficulty bending, poor eyesight or problems with dexterity.
There is a fee of £13 per treatment.
For further information please contact Sole Mates on 01865 717615 or email solemates@ageukoxfordshire.org.uk
Generation Games
Exercise for over 50’s, provided by Age UK Oxfordshire’s physical activity service. Find out more
Bereavement
We have a range of information and links for bereavement support, planning ahead and end of life decisions.
Find out more
Eye Emergencies
Oxford Eye Hospital provides a walk-in service for urgent eye symptoms. Open Monday – Friday 8.30am – 4.00pm, Weekends and Bank Holidays 8.30am – 3.00pm. Find out more
Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS)
Local opticians are participating in a new service which provides assessment and treatment for people with recently occuring minor eye conditions. Find out more
NHS Hearing Aid Repair Clinics
Clinics operate regularly at Witney Community Hospital.
First Wednesday of every month 9.30am – 12.30pm
Second Thursday of every month 9.30am-12.30pm
Fourth Thursday of every month 9.30am – 12.30pm
Hay fever
Hay fever is caused by an allergy to pollen. The symptoms of hay fever are caused when a person has an allergic reaction to pollen. Common hay fever symptoms are:
- – a runny, itchy and/or blocked nose
- – sneezing
- – itchy eyes
Treatment - Steroid nasal sprays
Steroid nasal sprays help to prevent or reduce inflammation in the lining of the nose and some can help to relieve watery eyes.
Treatment - Decongestants
Decongestant nasal sprays and tablets are used to unblock the nose.
Treatment - Eye drops
Eye drops can be used to treat itchy or watery eyes.
Treatment - Antihistamines
Antihistamines help to relieve a runny nose, sneezing, itching and watery eyes.
Further information
For more information about hay fever and how to treat it visit
Parkrun
Windrush Medical Practice is signing up to be a parkrun practice.
We are encouraging patients and staff to attend the Witney parkrun as volunteers, runners, walkers, spectators. This is great for everyone’s physical, mental and social wellbeing.
It’s completely free; An opportunity to make friends and be part of a welcoming, supportive community; improves health and wellbeing through physical activity, including volunteering; It is NOT a race – you can walk, run, jog or spectate: You can take your child, pram or dog.
It’s a 3 lap, 5k in total circuit, so you could even just walk one short loop (1k) to get started with.
When: Every Saturday Morning 9am kick off with great parking,
Location: West Witney Sports ground, Burford Rd OX29 0NB
More information: www.parkrun.org.uk/witney
Helpful Perception Vs Reality video: www.youtube.com
COACH
Developed by the Oxfordshire GP Federations with NHS funding, COACH is a one-stop 24/7 health and care resource. Easily access trusted information needed to understand and manage health conditions and find local health and care support services. Find out more
Health and Care Oxfordshire app
This app shows you the best place to get help when you are ill, injured or need treatment. Find out more
Health & Care Oxfordshire App
Oxfordshire CCG has launched a new smartphone app to provide local people with valuable advice about the best places to get help when they are ill or injured in Oxfordshire. Find out more
Patient Health Advice
791 leaflets on health and disease. Our GPs have these same leaflets on their computer to print out for patients and carers during consultations. Find out more
Depression Alliance
Depression Alliance is the leading charity in the UK for anyone affected by depression. Offers opportunities to meet and chat, join a self-help group and learn more about treatment and recovery. Get advice now
Mind
Information and Support for all mental health issues. Mind Infoline 0300 123 3393 Find out more
Oxfordshire Mental Health Information
Links to mental health and community services in Oxfordshire, provided by Oxfordshire County Council. Find out more
Rethink
Help, information and support for all those affected by mental illness. Find out more
Royal College of Psychiatrists
Information and discussion on a range of mental health topics, including podcasts and videos. Find out more
Samaritans
If something is troubling you, call Samaritans free, 24 hours a day 365 days a year.116 123 Find out more
CAMHS
In Oxfordshire we provide a wide range of mental health services for children and young people (CAMHS) and community services.
These include the School Health Nursing service, Integrated Therapies and Family Nurse Partnership.
SANE
SANE is a leading UK mental health charity working to improve quality of life for anyone affected by mental illness. Telephone 0845 7678000 Find out more
South Central Veteran's Service
A specialist mental health service for anyone who has served in the British Armed Forces (regular and reserves)South Central Veteran’s Service
TalkingSpace Plus
This service is for people aged 18 upwards with mild to moderate anxiety disorders and depression, including those over 65. Self-referral without a GP appointment is available. 01865 901222 Find out more
The Harm Minimisation Service Oxfordshire
The brand new Harm Minimisation Service (HMS) has replaced the former Specialist Community Addictions Service (SCAS), offering a
range of new services.
Further information
For more information about mental health, ways to cope with it and more visit
Ear Syringing
Self Treatment for a build-up of ear wax is often safe and effective. Please read and follow the guidance in our self-treatment leaflet for at least seven days before booking an appointment with a Practice Nurse. Book an appointment 01993 702911
Minor Illness Clinic
The Minor Illness clinic is run by our specially trained nurses, who are able to assess, diagnose and treat most problems, provide prescriptions when required and have the back up of the Duty Doctor at all times. This clinic is not suitable for babies under the age of six months. Book an appointment 01993 702911
Minor Surgery
Most of the doctors carry out minor surgery. This can involve freezing warts, removing lumps and bumps and injecting joints. Book an appointment 01993 702911
Dr Bright offers an ear suction service for certain ear problems. You need to see your own GP who will make arrangements with Dr Bright as necessary. This service is unique in this area and often removes the need to travel to the hospital.
Further Information
Further Information
For more information visit NHS Choices – Physiotherapy
Exercising to Help Painful Weak Joints
Exercise helps mind, body and joints. We have provided an information leaflet which describes exercises that can help with various types of muscle and joint pain. Read the leaflet
Physiotherapy
Facilities are available at Deer Park Medical Centre. A referral from a doctor is necessary so please book an appointment with your GP. Find out more
Before making an appointment with our Advance Diagnostic Physiotherapist or your GP please take a look at the self help advice
Physiotherapy Self Help Leaflets
The following booklets have been provided by the Oxford University Hospital Trust.
Babies Sleep
Is your baby sleeping safely? Find out more
Early Days Group
For babies up to 12 weeks old, offering health advice and support with feeding. Bring your lunch and meet new parents. Every Thursday from 11.30am – 1.00pm at the Wesley Children’s Centre (Methodist Church) in the Radford Room.
Introduction to Solid Foods
This clinic is held on the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Witney Children’s Centre (Methodist Church) in the Wesley Centre from 11.30am – 12.30pm.
Wednesday Drop-in
The Health Visiting Team offer advice and support for well babies and children at the Wesley Children’s Centre (Methodist Church) from 9.15am – 11.00am.
Brook
Brook provides free and confidential sexual health and wellbeing services for nearly 250,000 young people UK-wide, each year. Get advice now
Chlamydia Screening
We now offer a free Chlamydia screening service which is available at the Health Centre. Our patients can access screening by requesting a kit through the Oxfordshire Contraception and Sexual Health services at The Alec Turnbull Centre, First floor, Raglan House between Towns Road Cowley Oxford OX4 3JH.
Opening times are:
Monday -Thursday 9.30am – 7.00pm
Friday 9.30am – 4.00pm
Saturday 10.30am -1.30pm.
Contact them on 01865 456666
Further information
For more information about Sexual Health topics including a contraception guide visit NHS Choices – Sexual Health
Family Planning Association
They are a sexual health charity. They give straightforward information and support on sexual health, sex and relationships to everyone in the UK. Find out more
Oxfordshire Sexual Health Service
This website is aimed at everyone who is sexually active and provides information on contraception, STIs, unplanned pregnancy, emergency contraception and sexual assault. Find out more
Prostate Testing
For advice and information on Prostate Cancer call the Specialist nurses on 0800 074 8383
Sexual Health clinic
We provide a walk-in sexual health clinic for registered and non-registered patients on the ground floor at the Windrush Health Centre, Mondays and Wednesdays from 3.30pm – 6.30pm. Registered patients can also access family planning advice and a range of contraceptive services with our nurses. Book an appointment 01993 702911
National Sexual Health Helpline
If you would like to talk to someone about a sexual health issue, you can call the national sexual health helpline. Your call will be treated with sensitivity and in strict confidence. The Sexual Health Helpline is open from 9am-8pm, Monday-Friday.
Witney Pregnancy Crisis Clinic
Offers advice about unexpected pregnancy, free testing and post abortion advice. They also offer a 10 week one-to-one post abortion recovery clinic. Contact them on 07815 645534
ASH
Action on Smoking and Health (ASH) was established in 1971 (20 January) by the Royal College of Physicians. It is a campaigning public health charity that works to eliminate the harm caused by tobacco. Find out more
SmokeFreeLife Oxfordshire
The free Stop Smoking service for Oxfordshire. Find out more
COACH
For more on the benefits of stopping smoking or to make an appointment without calling the practice. Find out more
Get Support Now
Choose from an app, Quit Kit, email, SMS and face-to-face guidance. Sign up now
Stop Smoking Clinics
Here for Health
Blue Outpatients, Level 2, John Radcliffe Hospital
Monday to Friday: 9am – 5pm
Tel: 01865 221429
Email: hereforhealth@ouh.nhs.uk
Smoke Free Life
The clinic is located 7 days a week inside Castle Quay Shopping Centre
Tel: 01865 481442
NHS Smokefree - Mobile App
The Smokefree app can help you stop smoking by providing daily support and motivation. If you stay smokefree for the 4-week programme you’re up to five times more likely to stay quit for good.
NiQuitin
Advice, support and online tools for smoking cessation. Find out more
Further information
For more information about the benefits of stopping smoking, top tips and more visit
Blood Taking
You can book times to have blood tests on:
- Mondays to Fridays AM
- Tuesdays to Thursdays PM
Alternatively, telephone the surgery between:
- 11.00am – 12.15pm or
- 2.30pm – 6.00pm
ECG's
ECGs are ordered by the doctor and carried out by a nurse or one of the health care team, and are done by appointment only.
Seeking help with Weight Management
Get help and advice and find out how you can self refer to slimming world, weight watchers, achieve health weight loss Oxfordshire or Man V Fat at achieveoxfordshire.org.uk
Am I a Healthy Weight
Calculation your BMI using this NHS Choices Tools
Get started on the nhs 12 Week Weight Loss Plan
The plan is designed to help you lose weight and keep it off. Get started now
One You Couch to 5K - Mobile App
The Couch to 5K app has been designed to get you off the couch and running in just 9 weeks. Grab your trainers, download the app and follow the step-by-step instructions.
One You Easy Meals - Mobile App
The free Easy Meals app is a great way to eat foods that are healthier for you. You’ll find delicious, easy meal ideas to help get you going if you’re ever short of inspiration.
Slimming World
You’ll find delicious recipe and menu ideas at your local group, along with all the help you need to get started and reach your target weight. Find out more
Want to get more active
Get help and advice from NHS Choices including 10 Minute workouts, 12 week fitness plan, running & cycling for beginners and much more. Get help now
Weight Watchers
Meetings, Online or a little bit of both. We’ve got options and support, whatever your lifestyle. Find out more
Further information
For more information about the benefits of losing weight, top tips and more visit
Meningitis Vaccination
Students who are going to University are recommended to have the Men ACWY vaccination.
Health Review Clinic
Health Review Clinic
Here we can help you monitor your condition
Long term conditions
Health Review
More than one condition?
Prescriptions and dispensary
Prescriptions and dispensary
How can we help you?
Prescriptions
Further Information
Local Pharmacies
- Lloyds Pharmacy
01993 705644
Windrush Health Centre, Welch Way - Rowlands Pharmacy
01993 702191
Nuffield Health Centre, Welch Way - Boots
01993 702213
2-8 High Street, Witney - Lloyds Pharmacy in Sainsbury’s
01993 776038
Witan Way, Witney - Lloyds Pharmacy
01993 706498
Cogges Hill Road, Cogges Hill, Witney - Your Local Boots Pharmacy
01993 706 765
3 Edington Square, Witney - View more local pharmacies
- Local Pharmacy services