A TAVISTOCK doctors' surgery has this week launched a new service to patients, who will now be able to access a range of information using the internet.

The new Abbey Surgery website means repeat prescriptions can be requested online, ready for collection from the patient's usual dispensary, as well as providing information about doctors, nurses and staff at the surgery.

Other information can also be viewed on the site, including opening hours, facilities and services and medical health links to other sites. Patients can download and print a health status questionnaire and new patients can complete a medical history form.

A button on the home page leads to a text-only version of the site, designed for the visually impaired.