Powercuts

Posted on 1st December 2021 by samantha cromar

If there are any patients that are still without power due to storm Arwen that need support from our community link workers or that need referring to a community hub for assistance please contact the surgery on 01207 561736.

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Urine Samples

Posted on 16th November 2021 by samantha cromar

We will no longer accept urine samples to test for infection unless you have had a consultation with the GP or ANP. Guidance shows that most urine infections can be treated without testing your urine.

Please ask if you need an appointment.

 

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Surgery Closing Early For Training Purposes

Posted on 15th November 2021 by samantha cromar

The Surgery will be closed from 12:30pm on Tuesday the 16th of November 2021 along with a number of other Gateshead GP practices for training purposes and will reopen at 9am on Wednesday the 17th of November 2021. If you need urgent medical advice between 12 noon on the 16th of November and 8am on the 17th of November please ring NHS 111 and after 8am call 07748603453.

If you have a serious medical emergency please contact the emergency services by ringing 112 or 999.

We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.

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Surgery Closing Early For Training Purposes

Posted on 13th October 2021 by samantha cromar

The Surgery will be closed from 12:30pm today along with a number of other Gateshead GP practices for training purposes and will reopen at 9am on Thursday the 14th of October 2021. If you need urgent medical advice between 12 noon today and 8am tomorrow please ring NHS 111 and after 8am please ring 07748603453.

If you have a serious medical emergency please contact the emergency services by ringing 112 or 999.

We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.

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Nasal Flu Vaccinations

Posted on 12th October 2021 by samantha cromar

2-3 yr old flu vaccine poster (1)

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Why are GP practices working differently?

Posted on 24th September 2021 by samantha cromar

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Flu Vaccinations

Posted on 18th September 2021 by samantha cromar

If there are any eligible patients that are unable to attend the surgery for their flu vaccine during normal opening hours please contact the practice.

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Surgery Closed For Training Purposes

Posted on 6th September 2021 by samantha cromar

The Surgery will be closed from 12:30pm on Tuesday the 7th of September 2021 along with a number of other Gateshead GP practices for training purposes and will reopen at 9am on Wednesday the 8th of September 2021. If you need urgent medical advice between 12 noon on Tuesday the 7th of September 2021 and 8am on Wednesday 8th of September 2021 please ring NHS 111 and after 8am please ring 07748603453.

If you have a serious medical emergency please contact the emergency services by dialing 112 or 999.

We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.

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Bank Holiday Closure

Posted on 17th August 2021 by samantha cromar

The surgery will be closed on Monday the 30th of August 2021 due to the bank holiday.

If you need urgent medical advice during the time that the surgery is closed please ring 01207 561736 or NHS 111. If you have a serious medical emergency then please contact the emergency services by ringing 112 or 999.

We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.

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Flu Vaccines Coming September 2021

Posted on 17th August 2021 by samantha cromar

If you’re over 50 on 31/03/2022, you’re eligible for a flu vaccination at your GP practice. We’ll be starting our clinics in September and will get in touch to arrange your vaccination shortly. If you have a chronic condition or are a carer, you also may be eligible for the vaccine.

If your child is aged 2 or 3 on 31/08/2021 they are entitled to a free flu vaccine from the practice.

If you are unsure as to whether you qualify for a vaccine please contact the surgery.

Thank you.

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