Private GP Extra

01/04/2026

🌿 Hayfever Treatment & Support 🌿

Sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion or fatigue?

You’re not alone, hayfever affects around 1️⃣ in 4️⃣ adults in the UK, making it one of the most common seasonal conditions.

🌼 Hayfever season often starts as early as March, with tree pollen in spring, grass pollen in late spring and summer, and w**d pollen into early autumn; so symptoms can last for months without the right support.

🩺 At Private GP Extra, we provide personalised hayfever treatment to help control symptoms and improve your quality of life.

👩‍⚕️ Our experienced GP team offers tailored advice, medication options and practical lifestyle guidance, all designed around you.

Appointments include a full consultation and a personalised plan to help you stay on top of symptoms throughout the season.

✍🏽 Dr Adam Simon, our lead GP, has put together a helpful blog with practical tips on managing hayfever and understanding your symptoms.

Read more here ➡️ https://privategpextra.com/sniffles-and-sneezes-a-guide-to-hayfever/

Don’t let hayfever hold you back - breathe easier with expert support. 💫

We offer clinics across the region, including:

📍 Hearing + Wellness Hale Ltd
📍 The Highfield Hospital
📍 VB Health
📍 The Alexandra Hospital
📍 Medical Imaging Partnership
📍 Neurological Physiotherapy

Book an appointment
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☎️ 0161 428 4464
📧 info@privategpextra.com

29/03/2026

27/03/2026

💬 Patient Review 💬

We’re proud to share some fantastic feedback for Dr Jo Stone, who provides appointments at The Highfield Hospital in Rochdale. 💙

Our patient highlighted that the care, knowledge and professionalism provided to her were “spot on” — reflecting the high standard of service we aim to deliver every day. 😀

⏱️ With extended appointment times, we ensure every patient has the time and space to feel fully heard, understood, and supported.

🩺 Expert care from Dr Stone includes:

🔹 General health concerns
🔹 Post-operative reviews
🔹 Complex medical conditions
🔹 Blood tests and full health screenings
🔹 Fast referrals for scans and specialists
🔹 Joint injections

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Book an appointment today
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📞 0161 428 4464
📧 info@privategpextra.com

25/03/2026

✨ Menopause & Women’s Health Service at VB Health in Springhead ✨

🩺 At VB Health, we offer a comprehensive and supportive Menopause and Women’s Health Service, delivered by our experienced specialist clinicians.

👩🏻‍⚕️ Dr Erica Jones
Highly experienced GP, British Menopause Society (BMS) member and Lifestyle Medicine Specialist. Dr Jones provides personalised menopause and perimenopause care with a strong focus on long-term health and wellbeing.

👩🏻‍⚕️ Dr Jean Wang
Consultant Gynaecologist, British Menopause Society (BMS) member, with specialist expertise in women’s health and menopause management, including HRT implants.

🕒 Your appointment
You’ll receive an initial one-hour consultation, tailored entirely to you, covering:

✅ Overall health review
✅ Menopause & perimenopause symptoms
✅ Lifestyle & nutrition advice
✅ HRT guidance (including specialist options)
✅ Personalised management plan

Find out more 👉🏽 https://privategpextra.com/our-doctors/

Expert care. Individualised treatment. Ongoing support. 💫

𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 𝗡𝗢𝗪
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☎️ 0161 428 4464
📧 info@privategpextra.com

23/03/2026

💛 Endometriosis Awareness Month 💛

In the UK, 1 in 10 women are living with endometriosis — that’s more than 1.5 million people.

Despite this, it takes an average of 8 years and 10 months to receive a diagnosis.

This Endometriosis Awareness Month, we’re supporting Endometriosis UK in raising awareness of this often misunderstood condition and encouraging you to listen to your body and seek support if something doesn’t feel right.

Endometriosis can cause chronic pelvic pain, painful periods, fatigue, and fertility challenges, but early recognition and expert care can make a real difference.

A little-known fact: endometriosis isn’t just “bad period pain”; it’s a long-term condition that can affect many areas of life, including mental wellbeing and daily functioning.

Here we share expert insights on symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options ➡️ https://privategpextra.com/1471-2/

🩺 At Private GP Extra, we offer dedicated Women’s Health Services across the North West, with high experienced doctors, providing personalised care, early assessment, and ongoing support for conditions like endometriosis; helping you take control of your health with confidence.

📆 Book an appointment
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📞 0161 428 4464
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19/03/2026

✨Private GP Care at The Highfield Hospital with Dr Jo Stone✨

Looking for professional medical care without the wait? 👨‍⚕️

Dr Jo Stone offers a trusted private GP service at The Highfield Hospital, bringing more than 10 years of medical experience to every consultation.

Alongside managing general health concerns, Dr Stone has a special interest in ENT (ear, nose and throat) conditions and also provides joint injections for patients needing targeted pain relief and improved mobility.

His approachable style and clinical expertise ensure you feel listened to, understood, and fully supported every step of the way.

Find out more ➡️ https://privategpextra.com/our-doctors/

Why choose Dr Stone for your care?

✅ Experienced GP
✅ No long waits
✅ Minimum 30-minute appointments
✅ Continuity of care with the same GP
✅ Direct access to tests and treatments
✅ Joint injections available
✅ Onward referrals to specialists if needed
✅ Discreet, comfortable environment

📅 Book your appointment today
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📞 0161 428 4464
📧 info@privategpextra.com

17/03/2026

🔹 Advanced Lipid Clinic in Hale – Personalised Care You Can Rely On 🔹

At Private GP Extra, our Hale-based Lipid Clinic at Hearing + Wellness Hale Ltd delivers specialist assessment and treatment for patients with complex cholesterol and lipid concerns.

We take a personalised, evidence-led approach to help you achieve better long-term health outcomes.

👨🏼‍⚕️ Consultant-Led by Dr Lance Sandle

With almost 40 years of experience in lipidology, Dr Sandle is a highly respected Consultant Chemical Pathologist. He founded and led the Trafford Outpatient Lipid Clinic for over three decades and continues his clinical work with Manchester University Foundation Trust (MFT).

His expertise covers a wide spectrum of lipid conditions, including difficult-to-manage cholesterol levels and rare inherited or genetic lipid disorders.

🧬 Is This Clinic Right for You?

You may benefit from this service if you:

✅ Have persistently high cholesterol or lipid levels despite treatment
✅ Have a personal or family history of inherited lipid conditions

Learn more about our Lipid Clinic ➡️ https://privategpextra.com/lipid-clinic-hale

Book your appointment today
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📞 0161 428 4464
📧 info@privategpextra.com

11/03/2026

Supporting Your Health with Lifestyle Medicine 💫

Many health concerns — such as fatigue, stress, poor sleep, weight changes or hormone-related symptoms — are influenced by a combination of lifestyle and underlying health factors.

Lifestyle medicine focuses on understanding these influences and supporting sustainable changes that improve long-term wellbeing.

👩🏻‍⚕️ At Private GP Extra, our Lifestyle Medicine Service at VB Health is led by Dr Erica Jones, an experienced GP, Lifestyle Medicine Specialist and British Menopause Society accredited clinician.

Dr Jones takes a holistic, patient-centred approach, recognising that every individual’s health journey is unique. She offers an initial one-hour appointment, allowing time for a thorough and unhurried discussion of your health, concerns and goals.

In your consultation, Dr Jones will explore the key pillars of lifestyle medicine:

🥗 Nutrition
🏃‍♀️ Physical activity
😴 Sleep
🧠 Stress management
🤝 Social connection
🚫 Avoidance of harmful substances

Together, these form a personalised plan to support lasting health improvements.

📖 Read her new blog to find out more ➡️ https://privategpextra.com/lifestyle-medicine-supporting-your-health-through-evidence-based-lifestyle-change/

Book an appointment with Dr Erica Jones
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📞 0161 428 4464
📧 info@privategpextra.com

08/03/2026

💜 Happy 💜

Today on International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the incredible women who make Private GP Extra what it is.

To the dedicated women in our team, our inspiring healthcare colleagues, and the amazing patients we care for every day — thank you.

We are proud to work alongside women who support, uplift, and empower others in healthcare and beyond. 💫

Here’s to celebrating your achievements today and every day. 👏🏽

02/03/2026

🌱🍎 Nourish Your Health This 🍎🌱

Good nutrition is more than just what’s on your plate; it’s the foundation of long-term health, energy and wellbeing.

At Private GP Extra, we take a personalised approach to lifestyle medicine, helping you make meaningful, sustainable changes that support your overall health.

By focusing on the below, we aim to address the root causes of illness and not just manage symptoms:

✅ Nutrition
✅ Movement
✅ Sleep
✅ Stress management
✅ Hormonal balance nutrition

👩🏻‍⚕️ Dr Erica Jones offers dedicated Lifestyle Medicine consultations at VB Health, supporting patients with tailored plans to reduce the risk of chronic disease and create healthier habits for life. She is a member of the Royal College of General Practice, the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine and the British Menopause Society.

🥗 Our Nutrition Clinic is led by Dr Jackie Rose, a retired GP with more than 27 years of experience and a qualified nutritional therapist. She provides practical, personalised advice on diet, metabolism and achievable lifestyle changes designed to fit into real life.

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Whether you're seeking menopause support, help with weight management, or simply want to feel your best, our team is here to guide you every step of the way. 💚

📞 0161 428 4464
📧 info@privategpextra.com

26/02/2026

💬 Patient Review 💬

We’re pleased to share a recent patient review following a comprehensive consultation with one of our GPs at Private GP Extra. 💙

Our patient attended for a review of ongoing health concerns, including post-hip replacement recovery, numbness in the feet, neck pain and slight dizziness. 🩺

Blood tests were carried out, all concerns were addressed, and a clear medical plan was put in place — providing reassurance and a structured way forward. 😀

🩺 Our services include:

🔹 General health concerns
🔹 Post-operative reviews
🔹 Women’s and Men’s health
🔹 Lipid management
🔹 Complex medical conditions
🔹 Blood tests and full health screenings
🔹 Fast referrals for scans and specialists

Find out more ➡️ privategpextra.com

🏥 Appointments available across the region:

📍 Hearing + Wellness Hale Ltd
📍 The Highfield Hospital
📍 VB Health
📍 The Alexandra Hospital
📍 Neurological Physiotherapy
📍Medical Imaging Partnership Manchester

🩺 Your health is our priority in 2026. 💫

📞 0161 428 4464
📧 info@privategpextra.com