Dr Russell runs a once weekly injection clinic.

This clinic makes use of steroid injections for treatment of several musculoskeletal pathologies.

Arthritis of the knee, wrist, fingers and shoulder may all be amenable to injection therapy.

Other diseases such as Tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger or bursitis may also suitable for injection.

If you feel you may benefit from such treatment, please make an appointment with Dr Russell to discuss your case.

Recent guidance suggests Ostenil, a treatment previously used in the injection clinic, is no longer recommended and as such we do not use this treatment 

Travel Vaccinations

All travel vaccinations are carried out by NHS Lanarkshire. 

For travel vaccination information please see:

https://www.nhsinform.scot/care-support-and-rights/nhs-services/doctors/travel-health-and-vaccinations

https://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/services/travel-vaccinations/://www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/services/travel-vaccinations/

Or call   01698 752446

Gun licensing

There has been a change in the legislation behind gun licenses.

As a practice we have discussed this topic at length and consider ourselves conscientious objectors in this regard.

As a result it is our policy not to complete the report form generated by Police Scotland. We are keen prevent any difficulty for our patients though and are happy to provide those that require it a full copy of their medical records and / or targeted letter so that these might be used for an independent assessment, either through Police Scotland or a private GP.

Please get in contact with us if there are any issues you wish to discuss with us around this topic

Clinics & Services

In addition to GP consultations the practice adheres to the General Medical Services Contract for the provision of healthcare services:

Chronic Disease Management 

• Asthma/COPD
• Coronary heart disease
• Diabetes
• Hypertension

Additional Services

• Cervical smears
• Cholesterol monitoring
• Contraceptive services
• Child health & immunisations
• Maternity services

Patients can also be referred to other local services including well person clinics, X-rays, physiotherapy and chiropody.

Non-NHS Services

Some services provided are not covered under our contract with the NHS and therefore attract charges. Examples include the following:

• Medicals for pre-employment, sports and driving requirements (HGV, PSV etc.)
• Insurance claim forms
• Passport signing
• Prescriptions for taking medication abroad
• Private sick notes
• Vaccination certificates

The fees charged are based on the British Medical Association (BMA) suggested scales and our reception staff will be happy to advise you about them along with appointment availability.