See Me – Healthy Rotherham

There are a wide range of health and care professionals who are working hard across all our communities in Rotherham to provide advice, support and treatment to our people.

We want to help people to see the right person, first time.

It’s not just GPs (Doctors) that work in primary care. There are a number of highly trained, skilled clinical and non-clinical staff who can help you. In this section we are introducing the different professionals that you can see, what you can see them for and where and how you can access the services they provide – your health matters, so help us help you.

I’m a clinical pharmacist

You can see me at your local GP Practice to assess and treat specific diseases, for help in managing long term conditions and medication reviews.

I’m an expert on medicines and can support you to make sure your medicines work well together.

You can book an appointment with a clinical pharmacist on the Rotherham Health App or directly with your GP practice.

I’m a community pharmacist

You can see me at your local pharmacy for clinical advice on minor health concerns.

I’m also an expert on medicines that you can buy over the counter for a range of minor illnesses such as coughs, colds, sore throats, tummy trouble and aches and pains.

You can order repeat prescriptions that you can collect or have delivered by your local pharmacy using the Rotherham Health App or directly with your GP practice.

I’m a social prescriber

You can see me at your local health and care centre in person, online or over the phone to have an assessment about the care and support you might need, such as physical activities, learning new skills, making new friends and finding employment.

You can book an appointment with a prescriber on the Rotherham Health App or directly with your GP practice.

I’m a practice nurse

You can see you me in your community, at your local health and care centre or at your home in person, online or over the phone for a wide range of nursing care treatments.

I can also provide advice on things you can do to prevent illness or to help you manage a long term condition better.

You can book an appointment with a community nurse on the Rotherham Health App or directly with your GP practice.

I’m an advanced nurse practitioner

You can see me at your local health and care centre in person, online or over the phone for an assessment, examination and diagnosis.

I can provide advice and treatment including a prescription if required. I can also do referrals to hospital doctors or other health care professionals and admit patients to hospital when necessary.