Welcome to Ochil Medical Practice

Please note that we will be closed for the bank holiday on Monday 5 May 2025.

If you require urgent medical care during this time, please call NHS24 on 111. In an emergency call 999.

Many patients are struggling to get a GP appointment in Scotland due to a shortage of GPs. Over the past 12 years, the number of GPs has decreased by 6%, while the number of patients has increased by nearly 9%. This means fewer GPs are available to meet rising demand, leading to longer wait times for care.

Despite GPs providing over 650,000 appointments every week, the system is under immense pressure. Funding for General Practice has dropped significantly—from 11% of the NHS budget in 2008 to less than 6.5% today. On top of this, the recent increase in Employer National Insurance Contributions, as part of the 2024 budget, will add tens of thousands of pounds in additional costs to every practice. Without government support to cover these costs, many practices may have to cut services, further limiting patient access.

The solution? Proper investment in General Practice. If we want to improve access to GPs and ensure quality care for everyone, we need to call on politicians to prioritize funding for GP practices. 

How can patients support their local GP Practice? 

Contact your MSP today and help push for the changes that will make a difference. Together, we can secure a healthier future for all.

Before you get in touch, please consider whether you can manage your condition safely yourself by getting advice from our self-help guides on NHS Inform or by speaking with your local pharmacist.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Important Information for Patients Attending Private Hospitals and Clinics

Due to long waiting times for investigations, specialist appointments and operations within the NHS, some people are deciding to attend private hospitals and clinics, locally and abroad.

If you are thinking about using a private health care provider, either by self-funding or private health insurance, we strongly advise you to consult one of our doctors beforehand to discuss things such as your expectation of treatment and follow up. Your GP will not usually be in a position to recommend a specific specialist and you are advised to do some research when deciding whether a health care provider is safe and suitable.

Please be aware that Ochil Medical Practice is contracted to provide health services in line with our General Medical Services contract, on behalf of NHS Forth Valley, and is not under any obligation to follow any request from private health providers. 
 

We would like to remind patients and visitors that we operate a zero tolerance approach regarding verbal abuse and intimidation of staff.

We thank you for your continued support.

Ochil Medical Practice is a full, equal partnership with no restrictions or limitations.  We operate within the Clackmannanshire Community Health Partnership (CHP) and are contracted to Forth Valley NHS Board to provide General Medical Services (GMS) to patients registered with our practice and to temporary residents within our practice boundary (as agreed with NHS Forth Valley (NHS Board)). 

We provide immediately necessary treatment to any person who has a medical emergency within our practice boundary and who is not registered with the practice.  We are not a training practice.

Details of primary medical services provided in the area can be obtained from NHS Forth Valley (NHS Board), Carseview House, Castle Business Park, Stirling, FK9 4SW.  Telephone: 01786 463031.  Fax: 01786 451474.

Access

Our Community Health Centre has suitable access for disabled patients, and all the patient areas including waiting rooms, consulting rooms and toilets have wheelchair access.  A hearing loop is in place at the reception desk. Designated car parking spaces are located nearest to the entrance to the Community Health Centre.