Deep Vein Thrombosis

What is the DVT service and who is it for?

This service is a community based service that runs clinics for patients who have a suspected Deep Vein Thrombosis.

If you meet the eligibility criteria your GP will make a referral and you will undergo a prompt ultrasound at the community clinic within 48 hours. If same-day scanning is not possible blood thinning tablets may be prescribed.

Clinics are held each week from Sulis Manor Road Surgery (Combe Down Branch site in Odd Down) on:

Tuesday morning
Thursday morning
Saturday morning

Once of our service administrators will contact you to book you an appointment. We will always offer you our next available slot. During your appointment you will be seen by one of our Vascular Scientists who will scan the affected leg. The clinic is based at Sulis Manor Road Surgery in Odd Down, see clinic location information below for more details.

What to expect from your apppointment:
Dignity and privacy. Your appointment will be conducted in a private consulting room

Results provided immediately by a trained Vascular Scientist

If a DVT is present, treatment will usually involve a 3-month prescription of medication

You will be seen by one of the following staff members:

Rachael Walker
Eleanor Walker
Victoria Davis
William Owen

Our DVT clinic takes place on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at Sulis Manor Road Surgery in Odd Down, Bath. For more information on the clinic location, please see below.

Patients must be seen in person to recieve treatment.

Need to cancel?

Call us on 01225 560806 or email bems.adminoffice@nhs.net

PATIENT INFORMATION

CLINIC LOCATION & PARKING

PUBLIC TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Professional service, knowledgeable and helpful clinician. Very happy with appointment.

Telephone:

01225 560806

Deep Vein Thrombosis

What is the DVT service and who is it for?

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