Welcome to our Practice. We provide many services to help you manage your health.
We work very closely with our allied community nursing, and health visiting teams. The Practice offers the services of, interpreters, stop smoking advisor, and other local services to help our patients with their health and well-being.
Our aim is to provide an effective, efficient and fair health care service to all our patients by:
- Putting our patients at the centre of what we do
- Having a professional integrated primary healthcare team who are suitably qualified and trained
- Offering our services in a safe, supportive and well equipped environment
- We welcome any comments or suggestions you may have about the Practice
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Your Local Primary Care Network (PCN)
Introduction
Our practice is part of the Southend Victoria Primary Care Network (PCN).
Primary Care Networks bring together groups of GP practices to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to provide more joined-up services for patients.
What is a PCN?
A Primary Care Network (PCN) is a group of local GP practices that work together with community services, pharmacies, social care, and voluntary organisations.
The aim is to:
- Improve access to healthcare services
- Provide more coordinated care
- Offer a wider range of services closer to home
- Focus on prevention and supporting long-term health
How the PCN Supports You
Through our PCN, you may benefit from:
- Access to a wider team of healthcare professionals
- Additional clinics and services delivered across local practices
- Support with managing long-term conditions
- Health and wellbeing support to help you stay well
Our PCN Team
Our PCN includes a range of healthcare professionals who work alongside GP practice teams, such as:
- Clinical Pharmacists
- First Contact Physiotherapists
- Social Prescribers
- Care Coordinators
- Health and Wellbeing Coaches
- Physician Associates
These professionals may be involved in your care depending on your needs.
PCN Services
The PCN offers a range of services across local practices, which may include:
- Evening and weekend (enhanced access) appointments
- Long-term condition support
- Health checks and prevention programmes
- Specialist clinics delivered across the network
Services may vary over time as we continue to develop and improve patient care.
PCN News & Updates
We regularly share updates about services, clinics, and health campaigns through our PCN.
Please check this page for the latest updates or speak to our reception team for more information.
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How to Access PCN Services
To access PCN services, please contact the practice in the usual way.
Our team will ensure you are directed to the most appropriate service or healthcare professional.
Practices in Southend Victoria PCN
Southend Victoria Primary Care Network includes the following GP practices:
- The Practice Northumberland
- Dr Malik – Kent Elms
- North Avenue Surgery
- Queensway Surgery
- Warrior Square Surgery
- Central Surgery
- West Road Surgery
- Carnarvon Surgery
- St Luke’s Medical Centre
This information is provided in partnership with Southend Victoria Primary Care Network and is updated regularly.