The Calow and Brimington Practice

22/07/2026

🦴 Got aches, pains or a musculoskeletal problem?

The Calow and Brimington Practice is now working with ZoomPhysio, a FREE online physiotherapy service available to our patients.

✅ No GP appointment needed
✅ Access physiotherapy support from home
✅ Personalised treatment plans created by NHS-trained professionals
✅ Guided exercise videos and progress tracking
✅ Available 24/7

ZoomPhysio can help with a wide range of conditions including:
• Back pain and sciatica
• Neck pain
• Shoulder problems
• Knee pain
• Hip pain
• Foot and ankle conditions
• Wrist and hand problems
…and more.

Start your free physiotherapy plan today by visiting:

https://www.zoomphysio.co.uk/gp/calow-and-brimington-practice

22/07/2026

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22/07/2026

A great drop in session for anyone with hearing loss or deaf who needs advice.

Are you deaf or have hearing loss and need advice?

Do you live in Amber Valley, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Dales, Erewash, or High Peak?

Help is here 1 day a month at our Chesterfield office via a drop-in service with a BSL interpreter to help support you with any issues you may have.

Drop-in service available today 09.30am - 12.30pm

For more information go to our website ⤵️
https://ow.ly/5Ox150W4QiF

or watch the video here ⤵️
https://ow.ly/AbsX50W4Qfm

Working in partnership with British Deaf Association ⤵️
https://bda.org.uk/

17/07/2026

🧠 Looking after your brain starts today! 💙

Did you know that making small lifestyle changes can help reduce your risk of developing dementia and support lifelong brain health?

The Derby and Derbyshire Brain Health Toolkit is packed with trusted information, practical tips, and local support to help you take positive steps towards better brain health. It highlights 9 key ways to look after your brain, including staying active, eating well, getting enough sleep, keeping socially connected, and managing long-term health conditions. Research suggests that up to 40% of dementia cases could potentially be prevented or delayed by addressing modifiable risk factors.

Whether you're looking after your own health or supporting a loved one, it's never too early or too late to start.

👉 Explore the free Brain Health Toolkit here:
https://jsnaderbyshire.org.uk/bhtk/

Together, let's take positive steps towards healthier brains and healthier lives. 💙

This online resource brings together trusted information about brain health and how we can all take steps to reduce our risk of dementia. It includes both national guidance and local support available in Derby and Derbyshire.

17/07/2026

Patient Feedback Spotlight – Our Nursing Team 🌟

We are incredibly proud of the wonderful feedback our Nursing Team continues to receive from patients. 💙

Here are just a few recent comments:

"Vicky, the nurse, was exceptionally kind, informative, and supportive throughout the experience. She went above and beyond by helping with my pram. Thoughtful gestures like that make everything feel much easier. I felt genuinely well looked after."

"Gemma is amazing."

"Gemma comes across as knowledgeable, polite, and respectful. She is also a good listener."

"Caring and excellent treatment by the nursing team."

Thank you to Vicky, Gemma, and our entire Nursing Team for the compassion, professionalism, and dedication you show every day. Your kindness and commitment to patient care make a real difference, and it's wonderful to see this recognised by our patients.

16/07/2026

Got aches, pains or a muscle or joint problem? You may not need to see a GP first! 💪

Did you know you can book directly with our First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) for many muscle, bone and joint (MSK) problems?

Our experienced physiotherapist can assess, diagnose and advise on a wide range of conditions, helping you get the right care more quickly – without needing to see a GP first. They can also refer you for further treatment or investigations if needed.

📍 Appointments available:
✅ Calow Surgery – Mondays
✅ Brimington Surgery – Thursdays

Our First Contact Physiotherapist can help with:
✔️ Back or neck pain
✔️ Shoulder, hip or knee pain
✔️ Sprains and strains
✔️ Sports injuries
✔️ Arthritis and joint pain
✔️ Muscle, tendon and ligament problems
✔️ Pins and needles or nerve-related pain

📞 Simply contact our reception team and ask to book an appointment with the First Contact Physiotherapist.

Getting the right clinician first can help you get the right treatment sooner! 🌟

15/07/2026

We would like to thank everyone who took the time to complete the GP Patient Survey this year.

These results reflect the hard work and dedication of our entire team, who strive every day to provide the best possible care and service to our patients.

We are also committed to listening to your feedback and continuing to improve the areas that matter most to you, including access to our services.

Thank you for your continued support and for helping us shape the future of our practice. 💙

09/07/2026

📱 NHS App Drop-In Session – Calow Surgery 📱

We're excited to be holding our very first NHS App Drop-In Session at Calow Surgery!

📅 Friday 7th August
🕓 4:00pm
📍 Calow Surgery

Whether you're new to the NHS App, need help setting it up, or would like to learn more about what it can do, our team will be on hand to help.

Using the NHS App allows you to:
✔ Order repeat prescriptions
✔ View your medical record
✔ Check test results
✔ Manage appointments
✔ Access NHS services quickly and easily

No appointment is needed – simply pop in and see us. We look forward to helping you get the most out of the NHS App!

08/07/2026

Team Building 2026 🌟

What a fantastic afternoon spent away from the day-to-day pressures of practice life and focusing on something just as important – teamwork, laughter and having fun together!
From egg and spoon races, blindfold games and three-legged races to team quizzes, portrait painting and our very own Star Baker competition, there was plenty of friendly competition and lots of laughs along the way. 🎈🎨🏃‍♀️🍰

A huge thank you to everyone who got involved, embraced the challenges and helped make the day such a success. Days like these remind us that while we work incredibly hard supporting our patients, it's also important to take time to strengthen relationships, celebrate each other and enjoy being part of such a great team.
Special congratulations to all of our challenge winners and Star Bakers! 🏆👏

Thank you to everyone who contributed food, activities and enthusiasm throughout the day. We are incredibly lucky to have such a dedicated, supportive and fun team.

08/07/2026