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Although underestablished, the Service throughout the
Borough was maintained until the beginning of December, when,
regrettably, it was necessary to close the Chiropody Clinic at
Cranham. This was, however, re-opened in February, 1973
Domiciliary Treatments
After consideration it was decided to pay on a Capitation
basis for certain domiciliary visiting, to take effect from 1st
of January, 1973. It is hoped that this arrangement will help to
reduce the waiting list for home treatments,
Accommodation
Approval was given for a purpose built chiropody room at
the Rainham Clinic This should be completed early in 1973
Staffing
During the year two resignations were received from fulltime
staff One subsequently applied for re-newal of service.
One part-time member of the staff applied for,and was appointed,
to full time employment Applicants were interviewed, following
an advertisement during December, and two appointments were
confirmed, one full time and one part time This meant that the
chiropody service was underestablished by only one chiropodist.
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