Our Comprehensive
Services Include
Children & Paediatric Care (From Birth to 18 years)
Newborn &
Infant Checks
Routine well-baby assessments, feeding issues (breastfeeding/bottle), growth monitoring, developmental milestones.
Developmental & Behavioural Concerns
ADHD assessments (initial), Autism Spectrum Disorder (initial screening and referral), sleep problems, temper tantrums, school refusal.
Adolescent Health
Confidential advice on mental health, sexual health, acne, and lifestyle.
Childhood
Immunisations
Administration of all standard UK schedule vaccines (e.g., 6-in-1, MMR, Pre-school Booster) as well as private/travel vaccines (e.g., BCG, Men B).
Asthma & Allergy Management
Diagnosis, creating personal asthma action plans, allergy testing (skin prick or blood tests) and management.
Common Childhood Illnesses
Ear infections (otitis media), tonsillitis, croup, bronchiolitis, hand, foot and mouth disease, chickenpox, etc.
Paediatric
Dermatology
Eczema, psoriasis, warts, molluscum contagiosum.
Adults & General Care
Preventative Health & Lifestyle Medicine
Weight management, smoking cessation, alcohol advice, nutritional guidance, fitness for sport screenings.
Chronic Disease Management
Ongoing management of conditions like Hypertension, Diabetes (Type 2), Asthma, COPD, Hypothyroidism, Heart Disease, and Arthritis. This includes annual reviews.
Men's & Women's
Health
Including menopause management, HRT prescriptions, PCOS, erectile dysfunction, prostate health checks, and contraceptive advice (coils and implants may require a specialist clinician).
Sexual
Health
STI testing (and treatment if within GP competency), PrEP advice, contraception.
Geriatric Care (Older Adults)
Multi-morbidity Management
Coordinating care for patients with multiple chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, heart failure, and osteoporosis).
Frailty
Assessments
Falls risk, cognitive impairment (e.g., dementia screening), polypharmacy reviews.
Comprehensive Illness & Condition Management
Acute Minor Illness
Upper Respiratory Tract Infections (colds, flu, sinusitis), gastroenteritis, urinary tract infections (UTIs), conjunctivitis, simple injuries (sprains, minor cuts).
Mental Health
Common Conditions: Diagnosis and management of Anxiety, Depression, Phobias, and Insomnia.
Medication: Initiating and monitoring antidepressants, anxiolytics (short-term).
Referral: For complex cases (e.g., severe OCD, bipolar disorder, psychosis) to private psychiatrists or therapists (CBT, counselling).
Gastroenterology
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Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), acid reflux (GORD), constipation, and diarrhoea. Referral for endoscopy/colonoscopy if needed.
Acute Major Illness (Initial Stabilisation & Referral)
Suspected deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), pneumonia, cardiac chest pain, acute abdominal pain. The clinic stabilises and arranges urgent referral to hospital.
Musculoskeletal (MSK) Medicine
Joint pain (knee, shoulder, back), osteoarthritis, sports injuries, soft tissue rheumatism. Includes joint injections (e.g., corticosteroid) if the GP has the required training.
Chronic Disease Diagnosis & Management
As listed above, but with a focus on early diagnosis and personalised management plans.
Dermatology
Diagnosis and treatment of skin rashes, acne, psoriasis, skin infections, and minor skin surgery (e.g., cryotherapy for warts, excision of minor skin lesions).
Diagnostics: In-House & Referred
A key advantage of private GP clinics is direct access to a wide range of diagnostics.
In-House / Point-of-Care Testing (Typically included in consultation)
Vital Signs: BP, Heart Rate, Oxygen Saturation, Temperature.
Urine Dipstick: For leucocytes, nitrites, blood, protein, glucose.
Blood Glucose & HbA1c: For diabetes screening and monitoring.
ECG (Electrocardiogram): For heart rhythm and ischaemia checks.
Other Specialist Diagnostics
24-hour BP & ECG Monitoring.
Ambulatory ECG Patch.
Sleep Studies for sleep apnoea referral.
Referral to Specialist Consultants in any field (Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Dermatology, etc.) for a further opinion.
Blood Tests (Phlebotomy Service)
A comprehensive menu is available, from routine (Full Blood Count, Liver Function Tests, Thyroid Function Tests, Cholesterol, Kidney Function) to specialised (Hormone panels, Vitamin levels, Cancer markers, Allergy profiles, Genetic testing).
The clinic draws the blood and sends it to a partnered private laboratory (e.g., Viapath, The Doctors Laboratory). Results are typically available within 24-48 hours.
Imaging & Scans (Referred to Partner Providers)
X-Rays: For fractures, chest infections, etc.
Ultrasound: For abdominal pain, thyroid, gynaecological issues, musculoskeletal scans, and vascular studies (e.g., DVT scan).
CT (Computed Tomography) Scans: For detailed assessment of chest, abdomen, pelvis, or head.
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) Scans: For soft tissue, neurological, and complex musculoskeletal investigations.
DEXA Scans: For bone density (osteoporosis).
Echocardiogram: For detailed heart structure and function.
Endoscopy & Colonoscopy: Usually performed by a partnered Gastroenterologist.
Phase 2: The Treatment Plan – A Multi-Modal Approach
It is critical to be transparent about what the clinic does not handle. This ensures patient safety and clear boundaries.
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Emergency & Major Trauma: The clinic is not an A&E. Patients with suspected heart attacks, strokes, major fractures, severe bleeding, or acute surgical abdomens should be directed to call 999 or go to A&E.
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Complex Specialist Procedures: While a GP can do minor surgery, complex procedures (e.g., colonoscopies, complex joint replacements) are for consultants.
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Inpatient Care: As Private GPs we do not have admitting rights to hospitals. They work with private hospitals where a consultant would be the responsible clinician.
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Certain Controlled Drugs: There are strict regulations on prescribing certain controlled drugs privately, which may limit a GP's ability to prescribe them. Please see prescribing principles.
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Sectioning under the Mental Health Act: This is typically done by NHS-approved mental health professionals.
Testimonials
Client Reviews
Hear from patients who’ve experienced the positive impact of care at Great North Healthcare. We’re proud to share stories of improved health and well-being achieved through our comprehensive services.
Matt Peters
Fantastic experience with my first video doctor's appointment at Great North Healthcare. So easy to use – no technical headaches. The doctor was lovely, very knowledgeable, and put me completely at ease. Got my prescription sorted without having to take time off work or find parking in Newcastle city centre. Will definitely use this service again!
Felt completely at ease , very professional, listened attentively and answered all my questions , I felt more confident about my current health situation after my consultation
Lovely man, went in with a very womanly problem and didn’t feel disrespected or awkward in any way.
