Whittington Moor Surgery is an approved training practice and is committed to providing an environment for learning and personal development. Dr Church, Dr Stoodley and Dr McKenzie are approved GP Trainers with the Chesterfield GP Training Programme. GP Registrars and Medical Students are a very welcome part of our medical team and we value their contribution to the practice and the stimulus they provide. Being a training practice means we have met the required standards to provide training for the future doctors of General Practice. The GP Registrar is fully qualified and is able to make diagnoses and offer treatment as any GP is able to. At the end of each surgery one of the experienced GP's goes through any difficulties the GP registrar may have had, to help with their training. Sometimes the GP registrar will ask one of the experienced GP's to come and see the patient as well, if they are unsure about something. An essential component of training in all medical practice is the use of video and joint consultations. We hope that all our patients will be willing to take part in these educational surgeries to help us all in improving and maintaining our medical and consultation skills. All video recordings are strictly confidential and are used for teaching only. If you feel uncomfortable about this, please inform the receptionist who can arrange for you to be seen alone.

Jen and Sarah work part-time and see patients for their annual reviews, ECG's, ear syringing and administer some vaccinations. They form part of the nursing team and chaperone in some GP clinics also.

The receptionists are here to help you, and to assist in the efficient running of the surgery for the benefit of all patients. Please be assured of their highest regard for the confidentiality of your care, and should they request it please give them as much information as possible at all times. The reception/administration team comprises: Regan (Admin Supervisor), Lindsey, Holly, Shanice, Rebecca, Tiffany, Becca and Beth.

Karen (Supervisor), Jacquie, Shanice & Beth

Vicki and Lynne.

The practice is part of Chesterfield & Dronfield Primary Care Network (PCN). PCNs are groups of GP practices working closely together along with other healthcare staff and organisations, providing integrated services to the local population. Advanced Clinical Practitioner Lois delivers increased complex health and care to patients in the community for patients living with multiple conditions. Social Prescribers - Kelsey & Rob connect patients with local community activities and services that can help improve their health and wellbeing. PCN Pharmacists - Simone & Alex provide primary support for prescription and medication queries and reviews.

Direct telephone number for our district nurses: 01246 457754. The District Nursing team offer professional advice and support and have expertise in wound care management, palliative care/end of life care and continence promotion. They are involved in assessing and planning the care needed by people in their own homes.

Direct Contact Number: 01246 515255. Health Visitors are qualified nurses who have specialised training in promoting good health. They provide a core programme to children under five years of age, and their families on a wide range of health related matters. They monitor the development of babies and children, and work closely with other agencies.

The First Contact Practitioner service is provided by the White House Clinic. FCP’s are physiotherapists working as part of the GP practice team and they provide a physiotherapy triage or MSK screening service. The vast majority of FCP’s are physiotherapists with enhanced skills. FCP’s work alongside GPs, and they can help to assess, diagnose and provide early intervention and advice for patients with Musculo-Skeletal (MSK) complaints. They are also able to refer patients onto specialist services at the earliest opportunity if this is required. FCP’s therefore effectively take the load off GP’s, allowing GP’s more time to focus on other core areas within general practice. FCP’s always work collaboratively with their GPs to ensure an integrated service. This ensures that GPs do not lose sight of the cohort of MSK cases or de-skill them in any way.