Getting the right service at the right time
OPTICIAN
All eye conditions should be seen by an Optician first for their expertise. They also have the correct equipment for eye examination. You can see an Optician for dry, red, sore, watery, sticky or itchy eye cysts and styes or conjunctivitis.
PHARMACY
Coughs and Colds (without breathlessness)
Conjunctivitis for those aged over 1 year.
Sore throats
Verrucas
Constipation
Hay-fever
Mouth ulcers
Colds sores
Dry skin
Nappy rash
Impetigo
Abrasions
Bruises
Insect Bites
Emergency Contraceptive
Thrush
Head lice
Stop Smoking
Earache (for less than days).
Pain relief
sunburn
HOSPITAL DEPARTMENT DIRECTLY
For any queries about your hospital Out-Patient Appointment you should first contact:
Royal Infirmary: 0131 242 3529
Western General: 0131 537 1340
Leith Community Treatment Centre: 0131 536 6225
If you need further help after the hospital, please speak to a Receptionist.
DENTIST
Any condition involving your mouth or teeth.
PHLEBOTOMIST
Phlebotomy (blood tests).
NURSE
Contraception
Cervical Screening tests (smear)
Travel advice & vaccinations
Ear Wax syringing (or see practice leaflet)
Flu vaccinations
Wound dressings
Suture removal
Minor Injuries
Disease Management incl: Asthma, Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiovascular Disease, COPD, Diabetes, Heart Disease and Heart Failure, Hypertension, Kidney Disease, Peripheral Vascular Disease and Stroke.
PODIATRY
You can self refer to the Podiatry Service. Please request the form at Reception Desk.
SMOKING
North Edinburgh support 0121 537 4352 or your local pharmacy
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Adults with musculoskeletal (MSK) health issues can self refer themselves for physiotherapy by calling the NHS24 MSK Advice & Triage Service on 0800 917 9390 between 9am & 6pm Mon-Fri.