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NOVEMBER STATUS UPDATE PUBLISHED
Our latest news update has now been published. Read it on our status page.
FLU UPDATE #1: FLU JABS FOR 50-64 YEAR OLDS SHOW
We have limited stocks of flu jabs for this cohort.
If you receive an invite, please visit our flu page to find out how to book.
FLU UPDATE #2: RECEIVED A FLU LETTER FROM NHS ENGLAND? SHOW
It's become clear patients are receiving letters from NHS England reminding them to have a flu jab, along with a second extra piece of paper in the envelope asking patients to help the NHS cut down on the use of paper..! [seriously, you can't make this up].
We haven't asked for these letters to be sent out and don't know why they have been sent. The letters have caused a great deal of confusion and extra work for everyone as we deal with the numerous phone calls coming in.
It's also been apparent that letters have been sent out to patients who are NOT eligible and also to those who have already had the jab.
Please be assured that the practice carries out its own recall for eligible patients requiring flu jabs and we have been sending out our own invites and reminders by letter, text and/or phone calls.
If you have previously had an invite or reminder from us, but have not had a flu jab, please ring us to book for a flu jab straight away, before we run out of stocks.
Everyone else, please ignore. Please do not contact us. We have things in hand.
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ACCESS TO A GP IS NOW VIA ECONSULT
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Access to a GP is now via the eConsult online consultation service. This involves completing a simple online form to get advice and treatment from us.
If you need help from us, or want to find out more, please go to our eConsult page or type the shortcut ivy.gs/econsult.
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LOW MOOD, ANXIETY OR MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES?
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There has been a huge increase in numbers of patients whose mental health and wellbeing have been affected due to the current situation.
We urge anyone affected during these extremely difficult times to please visit the dedicated section we have set up on mental health resources and support or type ivy.gs/covid-mentalhealth.
You can also download our information leaflet on self-help, counselling and other support, including what to do in a crisis.
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READ OUR LATEST UPDATE
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Every month we publish an update on what is happening at the surgery. Please read our latest update or type ivy.gs/status.
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DOORS LOCKED BUT DEFINITELY OPEN
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Contrary to utterly demoralising and irresponsible media reporting slating GPs for being closed and not seeing patients, we are open, as we have been throughout the pandemic, but we are assessing patients remotely by telephone and/or video chat and only calling in those patients for a face-to-face review where it is deemed clinically necessary.
By default, access to GP appointments are now via the eConsult online consultation service.
FOR SAFETY REASONS DO NOT COME TO SURGERY
This is for the health and safety of all patients and our staff, and in line with national guidance on preventing spread of coronavirus.
We will only unlock the doors to let you in if you have been specifically invited to attend by us, otherwise you will be turned away.
WE WILL LET YOU KNOW IF WE NEED TO SEE YOU
If you have been given a booked appointment time to see a clinician, please attend alone (where possible) wearing a face covering and arriving on time.
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HOW WE'RE WORKING DURING COVID
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Visit our General Practice 2.0 page for detailed information on how we are managing your specific conditions during the coronavirus pandemic or type ivy.gs/gp2.
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HELLO and welcome!
We are Ivy Grove Surgery, a group practice of family doctors, based at the Church Farm Primary Care Centre in Ripley, Derbyshire, here in the East Midlands. SHOW
We hope our website will provide you with all the information you need in order to use our services effectively. Feel free to browse using the navigation at the top or left hand side of the page.
Find out about our surgery, the local area we cover and how to register with us.
You will also find useful help and advice, be able to check your symptoms, a list of useful contacts and our collection of patient newsletters. You can also download administrative forms and leaflets from our site and order repeat prescriptions and book appointments online.
We look forward to providing you and your family with high quality and friendly medical care.
© Dr Michael Wong 2020