Private Prescribing Clinic
in Wareham for Purbeck, Sawanage, Poole, Wool, Dorchehster, Lytchett, Wimborne
Fast Access to Expert Assessment & Treatment
The MEDSCLINIC Private Prescribing Clinic provides convenient access to assessment and treatment when you are unable to see your GP or another NHS healthcare professional in a timely manner.
This service is particularly helpful for:
- Patients requiring urgent treatment for acute illnesses
- Local residents unable to obtain a prompt GP appointment
- Visitors and tourists staying in the Purbeck area
- Patients seeking rapid access to professional healthcare advice
Our clinic is led by an Independent Prescribing Pharmacist & Mental Health Nurse with specialist expertise in:
- Cardiovascular Health
- Infectious Diseases
- General Health Management
Please note that MEDSCLINIC does not replace NHS GP services. We work alongside NHS services and may refer you back to your GP or another healthcare provider where further investigation or ongoing management is required.
Conditions We Commonly Assess & Treat
- Skin Infections
- Dental Pain
- Suspected Cellulitis
- Chest Infections
- Eye Infections
- Ear Pain & Ear Infections
- Hay Fever & Seasonal Allergies
- Indigestion & Acid Reflux
- Muscle & Joint Pain (We do not offer Opioids)
- Nail Infections
- Urinary Tract Infections (Men & Women)
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Premature Ejaculation
- Anti-Sickness Treatment (Non-Pregnancy Related)
Consultation Fees
Private Clinic Consultation from £19.80
If a private prescription is offered, the consultation fee is included within the total treatment cost. There are no separate consultation and prescription charges.
Attendance at the clinic does not guarantee that a prescription will be issued. Any treatment provided will be based on a full clinical assessment of your symptoms, medical history and individual circumstances.
Before Booking a Private Appointment
We strongly recommend that you first:
✓ Contact your GP practice to explore available NHS options
✓ Seek direct advice from your GP if your symptoms may be related to an existing investigation or ongoing treatment plan
✓ Use the NHS Symptom Checker:
https://111.nhs.uk/triage/check-your-symptoms
If this NHS 111 offers a referral to MEDSCLINIC, select this option where available
✓ We have explained Free NHS Pharmacy First Service for 7 common conditions as below. Please check weather any of those applies to you before booking private clinic.
We Prioritise NHS Pharmacy First
At MEDSCLINIC, we actively support the NHS Pharmacy First Service and will always prioritise NHS-funded treatment whenever possible.
Eligible Conditions Under NHS Pharmacy First
No appointment required – simply walk in.
- Sinusitis (12 years+)
- Sore Throat (5 years+)
- Earache / Acute Otitis Media (1–17 years)
- Infected Insect Bites (1 year+)
- Impetigo (1 year+)
- Shingles (18 years+)
- Uncomplicated UTI in Women (16–64 years)
Where your symptoms meet NHS Pharmacy First criteria, treatment may be available free of charge under NHS services – You can Walk-in for the treatment
What Happens During Your Consultation?
Following assessment, our clinician may:
- Offer treatment and issue a private prescription where clinically appropriate
- Provide self-care advice where appropriate.
- Recommend over-the-counter treatment where appropriate
- Refer you to another healthcare professional if required in best interest of the patient.
Additional Investigations
Some conditions may require further assessment before treatment can be safely recommended.
This may include:
- Blood Tests
- Urine Testing
- ECG (Heart Tracing)
- Blood Pressure Monitoring
- Other Relevant Health Checks
Where further investigations are required, ongoing monitoring and follow-up care will normally need to be arranged through your GP practice or another appropriate healthcare provider.
Why Choose MEDSCLINIC?
✓ Convenient Walk-In Private Clinic
✓ Rapid Assessment & Treatment
✓ NHS Pharmacy First Prioritised Before Private Treatment
✓ Located Within MEDSCLINIC Pharmacy
Important
We charge for private consultations.
Please ensure you have reviewed your NHS options and understand the suitability of this service before booking an appointment.
Book Now or Walk in
