The newly built Vallance Centre was desperately needed to replace the crumbling Brunswick Health…read moreCentre. The Vallance Centre is purpose build for the needs of local people and it really shows. Whereas the Brunswick Health Centre felt rushed and under pressure, the Vallance site appears sleek and calm. You can sign up in a couple of days and most people won't have to give a full medical although they may take some blood and urine samples for their records. There is also a useful online booking service. The centre is modern and clean, but if you want a more family oriented practice I'd head to Surrey Lodge which has a more 'traditional feel'. Most people who live in the University/Ardwick area will find they are within the geographical zones for both. They also now offer the following services: Accupuncture Asthma Clinic Cardiovascular Screening Clinical Smears Child Health Counselling Diabetic Clinics Dietary Advice District Nursing Drug Clinic Health Visiting Maternity Medical Services Minor Surgery Nurse Triage Over 75 Checks Physiotherapy Private Medicals Screening Services Smoking Cessation Travel Clinic Well Person Clinic Wart Clinic

For a doctors surgery which draws a lot of students, the Vallance Centre is certainly out of the…read moreway. If you had a weight problem, you could burn a fair few pounds off walking to the Surgery from some of the less central halls of residence. I signed up to be a patient here in my first week of University, and have only had to visit once, and that was when I was taking care of a friend. From her account, the care taken by the staff and partners here was exemplary, and she enjoyed the experience as much as she could, considering her circumstances! From my point of view, sat in the waiting room, I thought that the venue was a fantastic choice for a Surgery. It does not feel overly 'surgical', and it definitely works in the favour of the partners, as there is not a pressured atmosphere when waiting for an appointment. You can book appointments online through their website, which is very handy when you are planning for an appointment in advance. Otherwise, the schedule can become very busy, and you may have to wait a while for an emergency appointment. The Centre also offers a wide range of different medical-related services, including Acupuncture. Hopefully, I wont have to visit the Vallance Centre much, although, if I do, at least I know where it is, and know that it is not like a small extension of God's Waiting Room. For a surgery, it is as good as it could be.

Jackie's excellent use of her skills & knowledge provides confidential assessment & counselling…read moretogether with a detailed theraputic session Superb & safe environment at her Office/Therapy room which was very relaxing & contributed to the whole experience which was extremely worthwhile Loved all the certificates & the pictures - a must see! Tony Peacock - Manchester

Ben is a very skilled acupuncturist and I would recommend him to everyone interested in trying…read moreacupuncture. He is very friendly and professional. He was able to answer all the questions I had as a patient and the result of my treatment was amazing!

I've been looked after by Steve and Stuart for many years. I work out a lot in the gym and play…read morefootball. They've fixed my back, knee and shoulder and been straight with me when I've been in danger of causing further injury (I 'm always eager to get back out onto the field quickly). Thanks guys!

Fantastic care! Lindsay treated my neck problem within 3-4 treatments just like she said she would.read more

I went to the doctors today to pick up a prescription and, when I was waiting in a non-queue (i.e…read more by myself) and not getting any attention from the reception staff I was all like, "whaaat, totally going to Yelp about this when I get home" BUT then I realised that, obviously I'm at a doctors surgery and all my money is on the person the reception staff were discussing being more in need that me. So, I forgive and I move on. I've been going to this practice since starting university three years ago and it's never let me down. Yes, it's got germy seats and screaming children but, hello, it's a doctors surgery, those things are basically built in when these places open. I like the touch screen thing because it prevents you from shouting your name and date of birth at the receptionist for all to hear and, if you so wish, you can sneak in without anyone noticing. The nurses I've seen have always been friendly and accomodating if extra tests or appointments are needs; for example, I have been in to have my blood pressure taken and, upon mentioning a different ache or pain, she booked me an appointment with another nurse for 10 minutes later. Now that's what I call service. Local and, more often than not, friendly. All you need from a GP.