Swanage Medical Practice - News

PPG Patient Survey 2024

The PPG have completed a follow up patient survey, using the same methodology as they used in their 2023 patient survey.   Their full report can be found here: Patient Participation Group Survey 2024 The Practice has now had an ...

Over The Counter Medication

In line with NHS England recommendations, NHS Dorset has asked GP teams to stop prescribing medicine and treatment for 35 minor conditions listed on this page. This allows GPs to focus on caring for people who have more complex needs.

Covid Vaccines

Dear Patient, the spring covid vaccines are now available to the following group of patients: -Aged 75 or older - Resident in a care home for older adults - Aged six months or above and have a severely weakened immune system You can book an ...

Poole/Bournemouth Wait times

Dear Patient, below is a link to the outpatient waiting times for the University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust (UHD), which is Poole, Bournemouth & Christchurch Hospitals.  This link is taken from their website which they keep up ...

New Campaign!!!

New Campaign Alert!! The Institute of General Practice Management (IGPM) have launched a new campaign called "Right Care First Time" Here is a link to their video which explains more.. Right Care First Time #RightCareFirstTime ...

Changes to recall system

Dear Patient, we are in the process of changing how we recall patients for their medication reviews and long term condition reviews such as Diabetes.  We are setting patients medication and long term condition reviews in line with their month ...

Diabetes Care Update

Swanage Medical Practice are working with Dorset County Hospital to ensure that patients with Type 1 diabetes are receiving appropriate offers of education and support to manage their condition.

Using NHS Services In Winter

Using NHS services wisely over the winter, can help you get the right treatment, in the right place, at the right time – first time.