Welcome to the website for Strathcairn Medical Practice, St Andrews. We aim to offer the best service possible and hope that the information contained within this site helps you to understand the various services available. If you require further information please do not hesitate to telephone the Practice. Find us.
Strathcairn Medical Practice
Register with us
To make things easier for you to register we’ve created a Registration form and New Patient Questionnaires that you can download. Complete these at your leisure, print them off and hand them in or post them to us.
Are you a student?
Undergraduate students from St Andrews University are requested to register with a St Andrews Medical Practice based on their surname. We register students with surnames from N to Z. Read more about our services for students. If you are planning a trip abroad at the end of term why not visit our travel pages for more advice?
Online Prescriptions
If you are on regular medication you can use our Online Repeat Prescritpion ordering service. Alternatively you may order your Repeat Prescriptions using the computer slip that you received from the pharmacist with your last prescription. We regret that Repeat Prescription requests cannot be taken over the phone. Read more about your Repeat Prescription options.
In response to feedback from several patients we have adjusted our online prescription request service. When you submit your request you will be sent an Email receipt of your order. We hope this is useful. Please continue to send feedback by using our online suggestions box.
Practice Closures
The practice will be closed for staff training from 1230pm on the afternoon of 9th September . We will be closed all day on Monday 4th October for routine work but will be offering all eligible patients 'Flu vaccination. Emergency cover will be provided via NHS 24. Read a full list of closures for the coming year here.
In the News
Attention All Students
Have you changed address since returning to University? Let us know about your change of details with our on-line form.
Pregnant - what next?
Antenatal care has changed. To begin your antenatal care you should now make an initial appointment with a community midwife rather than your GP. Read our Antenatal leaflet for more information. If you are concerned about being pregnant you should see a GP in the usual fashion. The website Ready, Steady, Baby! and the Royal College of General Practitioner’s Emma’s Diary are valuable on-line sources of information for Pregnancy and beyond.
Are You A Carer?
Do you look after someone who is ill, Frail, Disabled or Mentally ill? If so, you are a carer and we would like to support you. Please download and complete the Carers Identification form and hand or send it to reception.
Clinical Topics
'Flu Vaccinations
All eligible patients can attend our special vaccination day on Monday 4th October to receive their seasonal 'Flu vaccine. We will be running sessions from 0800 - 1030, 1100 -1330, 1400-1630 and 1700-1900. No appointment is necessary but please be prepared to wait. Read more about the vaccination this year. If you are unable to attend on this day we will be running a limited number of flu clinics by appointment from Monday 11th October.
Colds, Sore Throats & Flu.
At this time of year many of us suffer from minor illnesses which can be prolonged and cause inconvenience. However, most of these illnesses don’t need specific treatments requiring you to see a GP. For guidance on treating coughs, colds and sore throats follow our 6 step self help guide. Why don't we prescribe antibiotics for colds? - Read, Getting Better without antibiotics.
Worried you may have flu? For most of us Flu can also be managed at home without seeing a GP. Read this Flu and Colds information leaflet from the Royal college of GPs.
If your symptoms are prolonged, you suffer from other chronic health conditions or you are worried you should call at Results & Advice time to discuss your symptoms with a Nurse or Doctor.
Contraception
The practice offers a wide range of contraceptive options including full counselling and monitoring of all available methods. We can perform counselling and fitting of IUS IUD (Coils) and the Contraceptive Implant. Make an appointment to discuss your contraceptive needs with a GP or Nurse.
Sexual Health
Concerned about Sexual health? Worried you may have a Sexually transmitted infection (STI)? Read about how to access local services.
Want to stop smoking?
For help to stop smoking contact the practice or the local NHS Smoking Clinic on 0800 032 6672.
Going Abroad?
We believe that necessary vaccinations and appropriate medical advice, prior to travel, are as fundamental a part of your holiday preparation as packing the right clothes or remembering your passport! Read more about our Travel Medicine service. Please leave yourself plenty of time before you intend to travel.