GENETICS TESTS

We offer a range of genetic testing options and we can help you with personalised treatment packages using your own unique DNA so that you receive the best medical care.

Our tests are provided by UK-based diagnostic testing company Myogenes. The tests will provide you with answers to a wide range of health concerns, from assessing your risk of developing hereditary cancers to discovering the most effective diet plans and lifestyle choices. It will also help us to choose the right medications for you, and avoid adverse side effects.

Once we have your genetic test results, you can expect to receive more bespoke treatment packages, tailored uniquely to you. You will be better informed about any increased risks of developing diseases, and you will be prioritised for routine checks or scans so any problems can be caught and treated in the earliest stages.

These simple saliva based (cheek-swab) tests are quick and easy to do and can be done in the comfort of your own home. Once the lab has received your sample, you will be emailed and your results will be ready within 7 to 10 working days.

We can provide the following genetic tests. Your charge with Wessex Private GP will include a follow-up consultation once you have received your results:

The Psychiatric Pharmacogenetic Test

Understand how your genetic makeup affects your response to various psychiatric treatments and medications.

This test will help guide treatments for a range of psychiatric conditions including:

Depression, Anxiety, Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Chronic Pain and Substance abuse.

Sample Report

The Pharmacogenetic Test

A person’s DNA will affect their response to medication. Many medications will have a negative impact even for common conditions. Furthermore, some people can suffer serious adverse side-effects.

This test is for anyone, of any age, that is taking medication for long-term conditions such as asthma, diabetes, arthritis, blood pressure or cardiac issues.

It is also a useful test for anyone about to be prescribed medications with indicated pharmacogenetic biomarkers, including:

  • where there are more than one drug options
  • where the drug has known serious side-effects
  • when the starting dosage is not clear
  • for those taking more than one drug already

Sample Report

The Hereditary Cancer Test

For anyone over 18 years old, this test allows you to find out your risk levels – whether there is a known family history of cancer, or not.

Early cancer detection dramatically improves your chances of survival. The Hereditary Cancer Test specifically looks for mutations in genes associated with a number of cancers, including Breast, Ovarian, Prostate, Colon, Stomach, Head and Neck cancers.

Sample Report

The Mental Health Mind Map

Understand how your genetic makeup can influence your mind and body with reporting on seven key areas:

  • Stress & Anxiety
  • Mood
  • Focus & Memory
  • Eating Behaviour
  • Sleep
  • Social Behaviour
  • Substance Use and Habits

Your unique report will provide you with genotype-based recommendations to help you improve your mental health.

Sample Report

The Health & Wellbeing Test

Eliminate the guesswork from dieting and exercise! After a simple saliva test, you’ll receive a comprehensive analysis covering every area of your diet and lifestyle – broken down into simple terms.

You’ll understand the most important micro-and macro-nutrients your body needs, and you’ll know which sports or activities will benefit you most. You’ll discover your genetic disposition to health factors such as obesity, inadequate cholesterol, triglyceride, blood sugar levels and bone density.

Sample Report

To find out more and discuss costs for each test, book a standard appointment with Dr Charlie Middle at Wessex Private GP.

WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY ABOUT US

 

“Just to say a big thank you for the conversation this week and the materials that you emailed through afterwards. Plenty of food for thought (food to help weight management, for once!).”

“Highly delighted with my consultation with Dr Middle. He is very personable and easy to talk to as well as being very thorough and professional. I will have no hesitation in consulting with him again.”

“Thanks for the great service to date, Charlie; nice to feel you are connected to the patent’s journey, accessible and responsive – things that are certainly hard to come by.”

“I saw Dr Middle in July this year regarding B12 to treat symptoms of ME/CFS which the NHS would no longer provide. I met with him in his Poundbury surgery and he was friendly, sympathetic and understanding. Excellent value and service I couldn’t rate highly enough. Many thanks.”

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“We have seen Dr Middle for the third time and are so happy we found him. My husband has ongoing serious back problems and is in a wheelchair. Besides the excellent and friendly treatment from Dr Middle (which always has help him massively to reduce the constant pain he is in), the building is very accessible for wheelchairs, which of course is a huge help. So we can recommend Dr Middle on every front!!! Thanks again.”

“I was very pleased with my first consultation with Dr Middle. I shall definitely make use of the Wessex Private GP service again.”

“Dr Middle provided excellent, personalised care to me. He was extremely attentive, empathetic and unhurried throughout the consultation. I really appreciate his work ethic and non-pressured, relaxed yet informed approach. Many thanks.”

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“I would like to thank Dr Middle for his kindness and understanding and prompt action in getting me seen at the hospital the same day I saw him, I will definitely recommend him to family and friends, and would not hesitate to use him again in the future.”

“Dr Middle could not have been more helpful over the past year while I have had a few medical issues. He has listened without judgement, allowed me space to make my own decisions whilst being clear about the best medical options, and supported me throughout the process in a kind and completely professional manner. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.”

“Wessex Private GP service is a great addition to our local health provision. Dr Middle, as a long established GP here, is well known and highly regarded by other clinicians in the area. I found it very easy to make an appointment, and saw Dr Middle in The Kingston Wing at Yeovil Hospital. It was great to have plenty of time to discuss the problem with Dr Middle who listened carefully and was able to conduct a small procedure there and then. I will certainly use this excellent service again if I need.”

“Great service. Able to make an appointment when it suited me, within a few days of my ringing for an appointment. Unfortunately NHS would take at least three months.”

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“Excellent and highly professional. Matt’s support goes way beyond a typical GP, as he is 100% dedicated to helping busy people to prioritise their health. By first creating a baseline snapshot of your health today and listening carefully to your own personal goals, he is then able to build a tailored program focused on diet, exercise and other factors to help keep you on the path towards reaching those goals.”

“My wife conveys thanks to you, as she felt such relief that at last someone was listening, moreover listening with sympathy, understanding and professional competence. Without your diagnosis and actions, I can’t imagine where we would be. Thank you so very much.”

“I have very good feedback from today’s appointment. Thorough and informative. Friendly too. Many thanks.”

“Katie Thomas was terrific, thank you so much!”

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“Saw Dr Middle today and he was fantastic; very impressed with how thorough he was and how much he genuinely cared about me.”

“Thank you very much for the excellent consultation yesterday. I cannot fault you in any way. For the first time in several years, I experienced a genuine sense of being cared for by a medical professional. Having lost trust in doctors over the past decade, I was initially apprehensive, but my apprehension was quickly dispelled.”

“I just want to say a huge thank you to Dr Phelan for the reassurance and for explaining everything in such detail for me. I came away feeling very positive after the appointment.”

“I was really impressed. The doctor was very helpful, informative, and thorough – excellent service, thank you.”

“Thank you very much for coming back to me so quickly with my results. It really has put my mind at rest. Thank you again for being kind, reassuring and very informative.”

“A first-class experience across the board. The doctor ticks all my boxes!”

“I would absolutely recommend Wessex Private General Practice. It was my first visit and Dr Matthew Phelan was patient, kind and understanding, but above all listened and has already started actioning the process of what has been a very long and complicated medical history. Finally!”

“An outstanding consultation with a high grade professional. Doctor Thomas was punctual, personable and very patient. This was a comprehensive examination done in a friendly and helpful manner, using clear language. The diagnosis and way ahead were clearly set out and I now await the result of some tests. Very many thanks.”

“Very good consultation and speedy appointment.”

“As helpful, professional and empathic as ever. It is such a boon to be able to talk face to face with an experienced GP; it is so facilitating.”

“I am so pleased to have found this practice. Extremely professional, every query is dealt with quickly and efficiently. Good options for in person or telephone appointments with a diligent and courteous follow up. I would thoroughly recommend.”

“The doctor was extremely supportive, both in dealing with the physical problem and understanding the mental and emotional issues that go with it.”

“We see Dr Middle every 12 weeks for our B12 injections. We find the injections extremely beneficial, including a significant energy boost, improved mental clarity, and better mood regulation. These can also promote healthy skin, hair, and nails also
We highly recommend this practice.”

“Thought it was time to write to you to express my thanks and appreciation of the Wessex Private Practice, and the considerable, comprehensive help and kindness shown to me by Doctor Mark Morgan. With his help, I have been able to move forward in resolving my medical issue, after being unable to get the help I needed from the NHS. As such, I will be happy to recommend your services to others.”

“I always leave my appointments with Dr Phelan feeling reassured physically and more confident mentally.”

“I think all of you are excellent. Kind, helpful, and thoughtful.”

“Just a quick email to say thank you to Dr Phelan, who saw my daughter today. She was a little apprehensive due to previous negative experiences with our local practice. She finally felt as if she had been listened to and taken seriously.”

OUR LOCATIONS

The Poundbury Clinic, Middlemarsh Street, Poundbury, Dorchester, DT1 3FD

The Kingston Wing, Yeovil Hospital, Higher Kingston, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4AT

Wincanton Community Hospital, Dancing Lane, Wincanton, BA9 9DQ

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Tel: 01935 609453

Email: clinic@wessexprivategp.co.uk

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