Vaccination is an easy and effective way of preventing serious infectious disease. At Essex Private Doctors we offer selected vaccinations and immunisations for both children and adults as listed on this page.
All our vaccinations are given by a highly experienced GP. During the vaccination appointment, you will have time to discuss any queries or concerns you may have, and the doctor will explain the pros and cons associated with a given vaccination, including any possible side effects. Some vaccinations require a course of injections, or booster injections to be effective. The doctor will fully explain the necessary treatment course for you.
Our Vaccination range includes:
We do not offer the routine childhood vaccinations. As such we strongly support the NHS childhood vaccination program and would urge all parents to complete the vaccination schedules for their child as recommended at the appropriate times.
You can book an appointment at our Shenfield practice, giving you fast access to a doctor when you need it.
Call our helpful reception team on 01277 201001
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I am pleased and excited to welcome you to Essex Private Doctors, operating from The Regency Clinic, in Brentwood. Some of you will already have good experience of the service that we offer as patients of my long-term colleague Dr Jonathan Richardson, who was co-founder of this private clinic back in 2004. I was delighted…
Dr Kannan Athreya
MBBS DRCOG DipDerm
Dr Alice Scott
BSc MBBS DCH DFSRH MRCGP
Advanced Certificate in Menopause Care
Your consultation will be with one of our fully qualified, and highly experienced doctors, and take place within a comfortable, well-equipped surgery. You will receive a thorough consultation, with ample time to properly discuss your health concerns or illness.
Any additional investigations, such as ECGs and blood tests will be performed by your doctor during the appointment. These would incur additional charges, which would always be discussed with you before proceeding. In addition, the appointment will also include the writing of a prescription or recommendation of further tests or treatment.
