Pensioner fears for his GP surgery of 70 years

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He is worried the Mansell Road surgery in Greenford will move into a polyclinic, forcing him to travel further to see doctors he does not know, and is supporting a campaign to save it.

Mr Rogers, 79, said: "When I heard they had a petition to save it I signed it straight away.

"I remember when the practice opened in a single house with a single doctor who used to cycle around to see patients in houses nearby. I saw it grow and take over the house next door and become a terrific surgery with three doctors, two nurses, a manager and a maternity expert.

"The doctors cared for my wife during both of her pregnancies and our two children were both treated there.

"It would be such a tragedy if they closed it down. It feels like we are all pals together there and I know them well.

"I have used the practice for the last 70 years but how do I know I will be able to see a nurse who knows me if I go to a polyclinic?

"I am very concerned because older people do not want to have to travel further to see a doctor. I already drive for a mile to get there. I want to keep seeing my local GP.

"I also want to know how much it will cost to make the changes - can the extra money be spent on this practice instead?"