No Newton Poppleford surgery Friday 3rd August

Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be no Newton Poppleford branch surgery on Friday 3rd August. Normal service will resume on Monday 6th August 2018. 

Coleridge Medical Centre in Ottery St Mary will be open as normal.

Who would do such a thing?

We were very upset to come in this morning to find our staff seating area, outside tap and a consulting room window smashed up.  Please report any information regarding this crime to the Police using crime reference number CR/064033/18 or contact us direct.  

E Consult - Go Live 2nd July 18

From 2nd July patients with access to the internet will be able to use eConsult. 

 

Next time you need an appointment you could save time by starting an online consultation. 

You can do it anytime, anywhere and even on your mobile device. 

 

How does it work?

 

1.      From 2nd July 2018 you will be able to go to our website at www.coleridgemedicalcentre@nhs.net

2.      Click the button to contact our doctors online

3.      You will be asked the same questions a doctor would in a face to face appointment

4.      A doctor will look at your answers and we will get back to you by the end of the next working day

5.      If the doctor thinks you need a prescription it can be sent straight to your local pharmacist

6.      If the doctor needs more information we will get in touch

7.      There's an option for administration requests eg med3.  Fill out the form and we'll get back to you by the end of the next working day. 

 

Why we are doing this?

 

1.      Improves patient access

2.      Online  medical advice 24/7

3.      Self help and symptom checking

4.      Reliable, trustworthy information syndicated from NHS Choices

5.      Puts you in touch with appropriate alternative care

6.      Cuts consultation times

7.      Helps improve care

8.      Makes better use of other primary care services

Statement from Coleridge Medical Centre and Clinton Devon Estates

A statement from the Coleridge Medical Centre and Clinton Devon Estates regarding the proposed new medical centre in Newton Poppleford, near Sidmouth.

The Ottery St Mary-based Coleridge Medical Centre has withdrawn its interest in renting a proposed new GP surgery in the East Devon village of Newton Poppleford which was to be built by the landowner Clinton Devon Estates near to a development of 40 new homes at King Alfred Way. 

A spokesman for the Coleridge Medical Centre said:

“It is with some regret that we have made a decision to withdraw from the intended move to new premises at King Alfred Way. Since 2012/2013, when this project first started, GP care and strategy for premises has evolved considerably across the country with much more emphasis on innovative ways of working and a broadening range of co-located staff to provide specialist support and in shared premises. Any changes to the existing premises landscape are referenced to move us towards, rather than away from, that deemed nationally as best practice for our populations.

We would like to thank the residents of Newton Poppleford for supporting the provision of a new branch surgery and to Clinton Devon Estates for committing to provide a building. We would also like to thank NHS England and NEW Devon CCG in assisting us reach this decision.

We are currently working with commissioners at NHS England and NEW Devon CCG to consider how best to meet the needs, not only of the people in the Newton Poppleford area but to our wider practice population. At this time we intend to continue to run the existing branch surgery within the village, while reviewing options for developing and integrating services in the longer term as the population grows and general practice continues to evolve.”

Planning approval for the GP surgery near to 40 new homes, 16 of which are designated as affordable housing for local people, was granted by the Planning Inspectorate in March 2017.

Leigh Rix, Head of Property and Land for Clinton Devon Estates, said: “As an organisation that has a very long association with this area we strive for sustainable development to help communities prosper for years to come. As well as providing a good mix of new open market and affordable homes, we had been very keen to provide a modern GP building for the village.

“After almost six years of jointly developing plans and specifications for a new surgery, it is understandably very disappointing that the Coleridge Medical Practice have felt unable to proceed in the current circumstances.

“Over the coming weeks, we will review the options available to us with our development partner Cavanna Homes.”

ENDS             

For further information please contact Susan Stokes, Practice Manager at Coleridge Medical Centre on 01404 814447 or Annette Richman at KOR Communications on 01392 466733.

 

Coleridge Medical Centre May Bank Holiday opening times

Coleridge Medical Centre

 May Bank Holiday Opening Hours

 Friday    25th May 2018   - NORMAL HOURS 

 Monday   28th May 2018   - CLOSED

 Tuesday  29th May 2018   - NORMAL HOURS

In an EMERGENCY please dial 999

If you have an URGENT problem please

Ring:

NHS 111 service by dialling

1-1-1

For Medical Advice please ring:

NHS 111 service by dialling 1-1-1

Surgery closed 1:00pm - 2:00pm Monday 14th May for staff training

Please note the surgery will be closed between 1:00pm and 2:00pm on Monday 14th May 2018 for staff training.  We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

If you need medical assistance when we are closed you can:

• phone the  NHS 111 service for medical advice by dialling 111.
• pop in to your local pharmacy for advice and over the counter medication.
• If your problem is urgent phone the NHS 111 service by dialling 111. To avoid putting undue pressure on this service, please only phone  if your problem cannot wait until we reopen.
• phone 999 immediately in the event of a life threatening, medical emergency

We will be open again as normal from 2:00pm.

What to do when we are closed over the May Bank Holiday

What to do when we are closed over the May Bank Holiday

As the bank holidays approach it is worth thinking about what you would do if you or a member of your family became unwell over the holiday period.  We recommend that you:-

• stock up on over the counter medicines.  Your pharmacist can also give you advice on treatments and products available.
• check you have enough prescription medicine to see you through the holidays and if you are going away pack enough for at least the duration of your holiday. 

If you need medical assistance when we are closed you can:

• phone the  NHS 111 service for medical advice by dialling 111.
• pop in to your local pharmacy for advice and over the counter medication.
• If your problem is urgent phone the NHS 111 service by dialling 111. To avoid putting undue pressure on this service, please only phone  if your problem cannot wait until we reopen.
• phone 999 immediately in the event of a life threatening, medical emergency.

Please avoid using emergency/urgent services and hospital A&E departments for routine problems or for problems that can wait until we reopen.

We are closed on Monday 7th May 2018.

  

We are open as usual from Tuesday 8th May 2018. 

Coleridge Medical Centre May bank holiday opening hours

Coleridge Medical Centre

Early May Bank Holiday Opening Hours

 Friday    4th May 2018   - NORMAL HOURS 

 Monday   7th May 2018   - CLOSED

 Tuesday  8th May 2018   - NORMAL HOURS

In an EMERGENCY please dial 999

If you have an URGENT problem please

Ring:

NHS 111 service by dialling

1-1-1

For Medical Advice please ring:

NHS 111 service by dialling 1-1-1

What to do when we are closed over the Easter Bank Holidays

What to do when we are closed over the Easter Bank Holidays

As the bank holidays approach it is worth thinking about what you would do if you or a member of your family became unwell over the holiday period.  We recommend that you:-

• stock up on over the counter medicines.  Your pharmacist can also give you advice on treatments and products available.
• check you have enough prescription medicine to see you through the holidays and if you are going away pack enough for at least the duration of your holiday. 

If you need medical assistance when we are closed you can:

• phone the  NHS 111 service for medical advice by dialling 111.
• pop in to your local pharmacy for advice and over the counter medication.
• If your problem is urgent phone the NHS 111 service by dialling 111. To avoid putting undue pressure on this service, please only phone  if your problem cannot wait until we reopen.
• phone 999 immediately in the event of a life threatening, medical emergency.

Please avoid using emergency/urgent services and hospital A&E departments for routine problems or for problems that can wait until we reopen.

We are closed on Friday 30th March and Monday 2nd April 2018.

  

We are open as usual from Tuesday 3rd April 2018. 

Coleridge Medical Centre Easter bank holiday opening hours

Coleridge Medical Centre

Easter Bank Holiday Opening Hours

 Thursday 29^th March 2018   - NORMAL HOURS

 Friday    30^th March 2018   -   CLOSED  

 Monday   2^nd  April 2018    -   CLOSED

 Tuesday  3^rd  April 2018    - NORMAL HOURS

In an EMERGENCY please dial 999

If you have an URGENT problem please

Ring:

NHS 111 service by dialling

1-1-1

For Medical Advice please ring:

NHS 111 service by dialling 1-1-1
Coleridge Medical Centre would like to wish everyone a Happy Easter