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Monday 8am - 6:30pm Tuesday 8am - 6:30pm Wednesday 8am - 6:30pm Thursday 8am - 6:30pm Friday 8am - 6:30pm

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We are a small family practice covering Bolsover and the surrounding area. We aim to know and care for our patients as individuals with a user-friendly service.

Following the unexpected closure of our website patients can contact us online using this link:

https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/C81655/flow/medical-request The Medical Staff have a vast amount of experience between them in many medical fields and every attempt will be made to satisfy your needs. Doctors & Staff

Doctors
Dr Karabi Ray
MBBS, DRCOG, DFRSH, MRCGP
Dr Neil Ritchie
BMChB, MRCGP, DRCOG

Practice Nurse
Helen Parker
Jeanette Ravey

Assistant Healthcare Practitioner
Julie Hazelhurst

Practice Manager
Elizabeth Birkin

Reception Manager and Secretary
Alison Deville

Rachel Swift
Receptionist/Administrator

Helen Ramsdale
Receptionist

Ruby Lanza
Receptionist

Jane Hanson
Receptionist

Beth Kirk
Receptionist and Care-Coordinator

Claire Dwyer
Receptionist

Rebecca Purdy
Receptionist

Hailey Wild
Receptionist

05/11/2026

30/10/2026

⚠️ Website Closure ⚠️
Unfortunately, our website is currently unavailable.

Friendly Family Surgery patients can still contact the practice online using this link:

https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/C81655/flow/medical-request

Prescription requests 💊 https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/C81655/flow/repeat-prescription

We will provide further updates via our social media channels as information becomes available.

28/10/2026

There are different types of flu virus. These are called strains.

The strains of flu virus that are most likely to make you ill change every year. This means that the vaccines you need to protect you from flu also need to be updated.

Check your eligibility with your GP Practice or online through the NHS booking service, link in our comments.

28/10/2026

Do you know the signs and symptoms of breast cancer? Share this post to spread the word, and get everyone checking their breasts.

Anyone can get breast cancer. But when it's found early, treatment is much more likely to be successful.

So get into the habit of checking yourself regularly. It's as simple as TLC.
- Touch your breasts
- Look for changes
- Check anything new or unusual with a GP

28/10/2026

Congratulations! 🥳

You have done the best thing you can for your health by quitting smoking - and after 28 days of being smoke-free, you're now 5 times more likely to quit for good 🎉

To keep on track as a non-smoker, have a look at some tips on how to stay quit here: www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/staying-smoke-free/

27/10/2026

⚠️ Website Closure ⚠️
Unfortunately, our website is currently unavailable following the unexpected closure of our website provider, who has ceased trading with immediate effect.

This has occurred without notice and has affected a large number of GP practices across the region. As a result, our website and online consultation service are temporarily inaccessible while alternative arrangements are put in place.

In the meantime, please contact the practice using this link:

https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/C81655/flow/medical-request

Our team is continuing to provide services as normal and will do everything possible to support patients during this disruption.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding while we work with the NHS and our partners to restore online services as quickly as possible.

We will provide further updates via our social media channels as information becomes available.

26/10/2026

📢 **Did you know? Stop smoking services**

GP practices may receive requests relating to stop smoking support, treatments and prescriptions. However, some services and treatments may be commissioned separately and provided through local stop smoking services.

🩺 Our latest infographic highlights the potential for unfunded work in general practice and the importance of understanding where responsibility lies for providing support and treatment.

📌 Take a look at the infographic and scan the QR code to access further information and guidance.

24/10/2026

❄️💙 Stay Well This Winter 💙❄️

As the colder months approach, there are simple steps you can take to help keep yourself and your family well this winter.

✅ Keep your home warm where possible
✅ Stock up on essentials
✅ Attend any vaccination appointments you're eligible for
✅ Know where to go if you need NHS help and advice
✅ Order repeat prescriptions in good time

By planning ahead, you can help protect your health and reduce winter pressures on NHS services.

For more winter health advice and support, visit the NHS website or speak to your local pharmacy. 💙

www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/keep-warm-keep-well/

❄️🏥💙

22/10/2026

Address

Welbeck Road
Chesterfield
S446DE

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 6:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 6:30pm
Thursday	8am - 6:30pm
Friday	8am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+441246826815

Website

http://friendlyfamilysurgery.co.uk/

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