Why some patients are struggling to get a GP appointment

When you are unwell or need support managing a condition, we know that you want an appointment with a GP or member of the practice team as quickly as possible and with a minimum of fuss. But, too often, that is something that practices struggle to provide.

Ear Care/Ear Wax

Who do I see?

Practice Nurse / HCA (Health Care Assistant)/Treatment Room Nurse

Advice:

Search for your nearest community pharmacist. If you think you may need ear irrigation (‘syringing’ ) please speak to our health care assistant/nurse  who will advise you by booking an* online appointment , or contact reception on 0131 312 2140 .

*only if this facility is available, please refer to the this link for information about how to book your appointment. Please refer to the nurses section in this link for information on our nursing staff when arranging your appointment, as we may only have a Practice Nurse, who can do this.

Further information about ear care/ear wax available from NHS inform.