A BOROUGH’S first private medical practice and GP surgery is now open for business.

Tudor Medical Matters, in Bank Street, Rawtenstall, provides a wide range of treatments to patients across the North West.

It is led by Dr Gary Tudor, who has more than 40 years’ experience in the medical profession.

He promises a high-quality family doctor service that has patient care at its heart.

Patients do not need private medical insurance to access the service and do not need to de-register with their own GP.

Dr Tudor said: “My aim for the new practice in Rossendale, the first such in the borough, is to provide a traditional family doctor service in the local area that offers a continuity of care where patients really feel listened to.

“I am not bound by the limitations of the NHS when it comes to spending time with patients during the consultation and can provide a high level of reassurance, empathy and importantly answers to questions.”

He added: “The practice provides a very relaxed atmosphere and my aim is to make all patients feel at ease.

“ I am passionate about really listening to my patients and believe this is the key to providing the best care, alongside a good sense of humour – without care, there is no quality.”

The practice will offer everything from consultation, examination, diagnosis, blood tests, imaging and treatments where required. Same day and walk-in appointments are available on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, or consultations by appointment.

Tudor Medical Matters complies with all Care Quality Commission (CQC) and National Institute for Health and Care Excellence guidelines and all investigations and results are treated in the strictest confidence. A chaperone is always available.

The surgery will also provide a range of aesthetic treatments including Azzalure botox injections and Restylane fillers.

Corrections and remedial work are also available to patients who may have had poor experiences elsewhere. Finance options are on offer for all aesthetic treatments.

For further information call the surgery on 01706 551394.