Dedicated Support for Our Armed Forces Community
At Park Medical Centre, we are proud to be an Armed Forces Veteran-Friendly Accredited Practice. We recognise the unique healthcare needs of serving personnel, veterans, and their families, ensuring tailored medical support and access to specialist NHS services.
What Our Accreditation Means
As an RCGP-accredited Veteran Friendly GP Practice, we commit to:
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Identifying and supporting veterans with dedicated healthcare services.
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Providing priority access for military-related health concerns, subject to clinical need.
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Ensuring our team is trained to understand the specific needs of Armed Forces personnel.
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Referring veterans to specialist NHS services, including Op COURAGE and Op RESTORE.
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Upholding the values of the Armed Forces Covenant, ensuring fair and equal access to medical care.
Specialist NHS Services for Veterans
Op COURAGE: The Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Service
Op COURAGE is a dedicated NHS service providing mental health support for veterans. It offers:
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Specialist help for PTSD, anxiety, depression, and substance misuse.
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Tailored mental health treatment, including therapy and crisis support.
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Collaboration with Armed Forces charities for additional care and rehabilitation.
Op RESTORE: The Veterans Physical Health Service
Op RESTORE supports veterans with physical health injuries or conditions related to military service. It provides:
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Specialist treatment for service-related injuries.
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Access to military-aware healthcare professionals.
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Holistic care plans tailored to veterans’ health needs.
🔹 These are just two examples of the specialist NHS services available to veterans. Other support programmes exist to address various health concerns related to military service.
If you are a current or former member of the Armed Forces, or a family member, please inform us when registering or during your appointment. This will help us provide the best possible care and referral options.