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Eastside Surgery 56 Templemore Avenue Belfast, BT5 4FT
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Further information
Further information
Your Health
Self Help and Self Referrals
Physiotherapy Self- Referral
You can refer yourself to physiotherapy services for assessment and treatment of muscle, joint, or mobility problems. Physiotherapists can help manage pain, injury recovery, and long-term conditions. Online referral forms are available for most health trust areas. Please select your local trust link below to apply.
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Self-Refer to Physiotherapy
Podiatry Self- Referral Self- Referral
Podiatry services assess and treat conditions affecting the feet, ankles, and lower limbs. This includes nail care, foot pain, and complications related to diabetes or arthritis. Some areas allow direct self-referral by phone or online form. Please contact your local service using the link provided.
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Self-Refer to Physiotherapy
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Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy helps patients improve independence in daily activities, while social work services support emotional, practical, and family-related needs. Referrals can often be made directly depending on your local trust. Please use the appropriate contact details below.
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Access OT & Social Care Services
Pharmacy First
The Pharmacy First service is available at participating community pharmacies across Northern Ireland.
If you have an everyday health condition, you can use the Pharmacy First service to get advice and treatment from a local pharmacist, without waiting for an appointment to see your GP.
Many community pharmacies have longer opening hours including weekends and holidays, making them more accessible than a GP surgery.
You can call into the pharmacy for a private consultation with the pharmacist without needing to make an appointment.
This service is offered from every community pharmacy in NI and provides advice and if necessary treatment for conditions such as:
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acne
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athlete’s foot
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diarrhoea
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earwax
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groin infection
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haemorrhoids
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head lice
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mouth ulcers
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oral thrush
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scabies
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threadworms
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vaginal thrush
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verrucae
Sexual and Reproductive health
SH:24 is a free, discreet and confidential service which provides free STI kits, contraception and some treatments such as those for warts and herpes.
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Children's Health
If your child is unwell, you may find this online 'Symptom Checker' tool helpful. It has been developed by the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children and will provide you with guidance on how to deal with common conditions and symptoms.
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Falls Prevention
Falls prevention services provide assessment and advice for people at risk of falling, particularly older adults. The service may include home safety checks, exercise programmes, and referrals to specialist care. Some areas allow direct self-referral depending on location.
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Falls Prevention Referral
Mental Health & Counselling Support
You can self-refer to a range of counselling and mental health support services. These include support for anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, and family challenges. Services are available through local organisations and charities.​
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Relate NI
CRUSE Bereavement Support Addiction NI
Women’s Aid
Parenting & Family Support
Support is available for parents and families through local organisations and family hubs. Services include parenting courses, child development support, and family wellbeing programmes. These resources help build stronger family relationships and coping skills.​
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Barnardo’s
Family Support Hub