Mountainview Surgery

24/08/2026

Don’t forget next Monday is a Bank Holiday!

* Bank Holiday Closures *

The surgery will be closed on Monday 31st August.
We will reopen on Tuesday 1st September.

24/08/2026

❌MISSED APPOINTMENTS❌
We have had 42 missed appointments this month.
20 for the GPs
11 for the Treatment Room
11 of these appointments were booked emergency appointments on the day that the patient did not attend!

17/08/2026

* Bank Holiday Closures *

The surgery will be closed on Monday 31st August.
We will reopen on Tuesday 1st September.

29/07/2026

Limited appts available in surgery this Friday morning.

Young people urged to receive lifesaving MenB jab from 31 July

We are urging thousands of young people heading to university and further education colleges this autumn to book a potentially lifesaving free MenB vaccine when the programme begins this week.

See link in comments for more information on eligibility and to find out where to get vaccinated.

29/07/2026

💉MEN B Vaccines 💉
WE HAVE LIMITED AVAILABILTY FOR APOINTMENTS ON FRIDAY 31st JULY
Please ring reception if you wish your child to be vaccinated.
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Any higher education or university students age 25 and under!
If you are going to university for the first time AND are staying in student accommodation, you are eligible for a Men B vaccine.

27/07/2026

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MISSED APPOINTMENTS
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So far in July we have had 61 missed appointments.

31 GP appointments

30 Nursing appointments

Please ring the surgery if you can’t make your booked appointment we can always use these for on the day emergencies.
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24/07/2026

Our practice now offers a private ear microsuction service for the safe and effective removal of excess ear wax.

Microsuction is considered the best for ear wax removal and is a gentle procedure that uses a small suction device under direct vision. It is suitable for many people experiencing symptoms such as:

* Blocked ears
* Reduced hearing
* Ear discomfort or fullness
Call
07762 721210 for an appointment.

23/07/2026

Any higher education or university students age 25 and under!
If you are going to university for the first time AND are staying in student accommodation, you are eligible for a Men B vaccine.
Please contact the surgery ASAP.

10/07/2026

Happy Bank Holiday weekend!

08/07/2026

From tomorrow (Wednesday 1 July 2026), the Northern Trust 24-hour oncology and haematology triage helpline number is changing.

The new number is 0771 198 9914 📞

This single number will make it quicker and easier to get the help and support you need – any time, day or night ✅

You will receive the same expert care and support, 24/7.

If you are feeling unwell or need urgent advice, please don’t hesitate to call.

In a medical emergency, always dial 999.