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Andrology

St Helier Hospital, Wrythe Lane, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 1AA

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Getting To (Andrology)

  • Andrology is/are located on the ground floor of Block K.
  • Access to Andrology is via the Block G entrance.
  • Enter via the Block G entrance, head forwards and turn left. Follow this corridor and go through the automatic door in to Block K and Andrology is located at the top of the ramp on the right.
  • There is ramped/sloped access to Andrology.
  • Andrology is approximately 12m from the Block G entrance.
  • There is a/are manual, double door(s) which may be difficult to open between the Block G entrance and the department/service.
  • There are not resting areas along the route.
  • Wayfinding signage is not provided.
  • Dementia friendly signage is not provided.
  • There is flooring in corridors which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
  • There is some flooring in corridors which includes patterns or colours which could be confusing or look like steps or holes to some people.

Parking (Block G - Blue Badge Parking)

  • Car Park View
    • The car park is located to the rear of the hospital site, adjacent to Block G.
    • The car park is open air/surface.
    • The car park surface consists of tarmac.
    • There is 1 designated Blue Badge parking bay available.
    • The Blue Badge bay is clearly marked and signposted.
    • The Blue Badge parking bay dimensions are 255cm (width) x 460cm (depth).
    • There is a marked zone to one side but not at the rear.
    • The width of the marked zone is 137cm.
    • The nearest designated bay is 24m from the Block G entrance.
    • The most accessible route from the Blue Badge parking has a very easy slope.
    • This route has bollards.
  • Charges and Restrictions View
    • This car park is for Blue Badge holders and staff permit holders only.
    • Parking is free for all users.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Points View
    • Electric Vehicle charging points are not available.
  • Drop-off Point View
    • There is not a designated drop-off point available.

Entrance (Block G Entrance)

  • This entrance is located at the front of Block G.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is ramped and stepped access at the entrance.
  • The ramp bypasses the steps.
  • The ramp has a steep gradient.
  • The ramp is over 150cm wide.
  • There are handrails on both sides.
  • There are 2 steps.
  • There are handrails on both sides, which are within reach.
  • The handrails are easy to grip.
  • The handrails cover the flight of stairs throughout its length.
  • The handrails do not extend horizontally beyond the first and last step.
  • The steps are unmarked.
  • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 19cm.
  • The depth of the steps is not between 30cm and 45cm.
  • There are double automatic doors.
  • The doors open by sliding.
  • The width of the opening is 104cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The doors have a high colour contrast.
  • This entrance gives access to the ground floor of Block G.

Opening Times

  • Access is by appointment only.
  • Comments View
    • Appointments are available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays between 08:15 - 15:00.
    • Appointments should be booked in advance by calling: 020 8296 3859.

Information For Patients

  • Upon arrival at Andrology please take a seat in the waiting area and wait to be called. The Andrologist will be with you at your appointment time.

Department / Service (Andrology)

  • Department / Service Access View
    • Andrology is located along the ground floor corridor of Block K.
    • There is not a/are not door(s) leading into the department/service.
    • There is level access throughout the department/service.
    • There is no clear signage on the department/service.
    • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
    • There is flooring in the department/service which is shiny and could cause issues with glare or look slippery to some people.
    • The department/service does not play background music.
    • The lighting levels are moderate to good.
  • Department / Service Facilities View
    • This department/service has; a consultation room and a waiting room/area.
    • There are 1 consultation/treatment rooms in this department/service.
    • A hearing assistance system is not available in the department/service.
    • A mobile hoist is not available on the department/service.
    • There are not accessible toilet facilities within the department/service.
    • Accessible toilet facilities are located on ground floor of Block K.
    • There are not standard toilet facilities within this department/service.
    • Standard toilet facilities are located on the ground floor of Block K.

Waiting Room / Area

  • There is a waiting room / area.
  • The waiting room / area is approximately 45m from the Block G - Main Entrance.
  • There is level access into the waiting room / area.
  • There is not a/are not door(s) into the waiting room / area.
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is a space for a wheelchair user to wait within the seating area.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • Some chairs with armrests are available.
  • There is ample room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • Announcements are in person.
  • The waiting room / area does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the waiting room / area.
  • There is not a television.
  • Vending machines are not available.
  • A water dispenser is not available.
  • There is not a play area or toys/books for a child to play with.
  • There is space for an assistance dog to rest within the seating area.
  • Lighting levels are moderate to good.

Consultation / Treatment Room (Andrology)

  • There is / are 1 consultation / treatment room(s) available.
  • The name / number of the room surveyed was; Andrology.
  • There is level access to the consultation / treatment room.
  • There is a/are door(s) into the consultation / treatment room.
  • The door(s) open(s) away from you (push).
  • The door(s) is/are single width.
  • The door(s) may be difficult to open.
  • The width of the door opening is 78cm (2ft 7in).
  • The type of flooring is vinyl/laminate.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • There is not a bed / couch.
  • A hoist is not available.
  • There is a chair.
  • No chairs are permanently fixed.
  • The chair(s) is not/are not height adjustable.
  • All chairs have armrests available.
  • No tables are permanently fixed.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • The room does not have background music playing.
  • There is not a red flashing fire alarm beacon within the room.
  • Lighting levels are good.

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