News from the Quantock Medical Centre February 2023
I want to start by wishing all our readers a Happy and Healthy New Year!
We have had a very busy few months seeing a huge increase in cases of Flu, Chest infections and Strep Throats. We still have Flu vaccinations available, if anyone over 50 years old would like to book an appointment please call reception on 01278 732696.
Unfortunately, Helen Every our Advanced Nurse Practitioner has had to step down from her role due to ill health. She has been an amazing member of our team since 2015 and helped so many patients over the years. I know her patients will want to say a HUGE thank you to her and we will be organising, with our Patient Participation Group a Thank you event for her in March so please look out for the Date and Time.
Our Patient Participation Group has been resurrected following all the Lock downs over the last 2 – 3 years, and we had a very interesting meeting in December with over 12 attendees at the Nether Stowey Library. If you would be interested in joining our Group or coming along to find out about what’s happening, you are welcome to join us. We will be meeting at the Nether Stowey Library at 10.15 am on the following dates: 15th February, 21st June, 13th September, 6th December 2023. We discuss many issues affecting the Health Service and our Local Practice. We would also like to raise awareness about the variety of different Health Professionals we have working with us at the Practice.
We have a First Practice Physiotherapist (FPP) who is available for patients to book directly into see him on a Tuesday afternoon, with any NEW Musculo skeletal problems (not to be confused with ongoing Musculo or Orthopaedic problems you are already being seen and treated for). He is able to assess your NEW Problem, and treat you; through specific exercises, joint injections, organise x-rays and scans and refer on to the Orthopaedic Team if required. If your NEW problem is likely to require Physiotherapy support, you would be advised to book in with our FPP rather than see a GP as this will help get you seen and treated a great deal quicker.
We have a new Health & Well Being Coach on a Wednesday Morning at the Practice, who is able to spend time with you; exploring what you would like to change or improve on, able to find out what motivates you, and help you access services and groups you might be interested in. This process helps you look at all aspects of your health including your mental and physical health, and can help with pain management, weight management, loneliness and isolation, as well as getting fit and back in to being more active. To find out more about what Health Coaches are able to offer https://www.sasp.co.uk/ or call us and book into an appointment with our Health Coach.
I would also like to mention that we have been having a number of supply issues with obtaining medication stocks (as have the rest of the country) so we are requesting that patients order their repeat medications at least 3 working days in advance (not including weekends and bank holidays) in order for us to make every effort to complete your request. We hope you are able to understand and appreciate your support with this change.
I would also like to remind people that there are many ways to order your repeat medications:
Drop off your request to the Dispensary Box, or over the counter, these are collected twice a day, doors to the surgery are open from 8am to 6pm or post through the letter box any time we are closed.
Call dispensary: on 01278 733385
Monday to Friday from 10:00am to 11:30am and 4pm – 5pm
Email: somicb.quantock.mc@nhs.net
Patient Access online: ask for an application form, the go online to order your repeat medication. www.patient.co.uk/patient-access
To collect your Prescription:
Monday to Friday from: 10.00am until 12:00pm and 4.00pm until 6.00pm, Saturday 8.30am – 10am
Thank you for your support
Helen Stacey -Practice Manager
