South Axholme Practice

12/08/2026

The dementia cafe tomorrow in Epworth has unfortunately been canceled

10/08/2026

Please see some feedback we received from patients in July.

03/08/2026

08/07/2026

At 1pm this afternoon the Practice will PARTIALLY close for a training activity. Patients can still access services in the usual way, by walking in, phoning us and using our online access form.

30/06/2026

A message from Dr Gallagher -
I have had the most wonderful 29 years at South Axholme Practice and want to thank all my patients for making my job a wonderful one. It has been a pleasure getting to know you all and thank you for all the kind messages, cards and gifts I have received over the previous 2 weeks. Take care all

29/06/2026

Did you know we have an in house First Contact Physio, Jazib, who works at South Axhome Practice every Monday.
Seeing Jazib for any muscular skeletal problems is a great way to get fast access to a Physio without having to be referred by a doctor, travel or wait.

29/06/2026

A new peer support group is coming to the isle, starting this Thursday at Belton Pavilion

23/06/2026

Important Update: Changes to How We Direct Patients to Care

From 13 July 2026, our reception team will be using Smart Navigation to help ensure you receive the right care, at the right time, and in the right place.
Smart Navigation is a clinically approved system that supports our reception staff in directing patients to the most appropriate healthcare professional for their needs. This means that, rather than always booking an appointment with a GP, you may be signposted to another suitably qualified healthcare professional, such as a pharmacist, physiotherapist, nurse, or community service, or be provided with self-care advice where appropriate.
Smart Navigation includes triage guidance for over 300 health conditions. The system has been developed by GP clinical leads and is aligned with NICE guidance, enabling our reception team to confidently direct patients to the most appropriate service first time. This may include a same-day GP appointment, a nurse appointment, pharmacy support, or other local healthcare services.
We appreciate that this represents a change for both our patients and our staff, and we ask for your patience while we implement this new way of working. We strongly believe that Smart Navigation will help us improve access to care by supporting our commitment to:
• Providing same-day appointments for urgent medical needs
• Offering routine appointments within 7 to 14 days where appropriate
• Directing patients to services that may be better placed to meet their needs
• Helping patients receive assessment and treatment through the fastest and most appropriate route
Your feedback is important to us and helps us continue to improve our services.
Thank you for your support and understanding.

22/06/2026

After many years of dedicated service, next week on the 30th June 2026 we are saying a fond farewell to Dr Gallagher as he retires from the practice.

As a GP Partner, Dr Gallagher has provided exceptional care, compassion, and support to generations of patients and has been a valued colleague, mentor and friend to many of the team.

We would like to thank him for his unwavering commitment to our patients and community. His contribution to the practice has been immeasurable, and he leaves behind a lasting legacy that will be felt for years to come.

Please join us in wishing Dr Gallagher a long, happy, and well deserved retirement filled with health, happiness and new adventures.

Thank you for everything you have done. You will be greatly missed.

07/06/2026

As part of National Carers Week, an open day is being held at the ironstone centre on Thursday!