A First Contact Practitioner (FCP) in a GP practice is typically a highly skilled physiotherapist or musculoskeletal professional who acts as the initial point of contact for patients with musculoskeletal (MSK) issues. Instead of directly seeing a GP, patients with conditions like back pain, joint pain, or muscle strains can book an appointment with the FCP.
FCPs can assess, diagnose, and recommend appropriate treatment or referral for musculoskeletal (MSK) problems. Treatment options may include a programme of exercises, refer for blood tests or X-ray, administer steroid injections, utilise local services or refer a patient to an appropriate secondary health service e.g. ongoing physiotherapy, rheumatology or orthopaedics.
Please speak to our Reception Team who can book you an appointment.