Orchard Croft Medical Centre

02/08/2026

🤒 Feel unwell today?
👩‍⚕️ Call GP Care Wakefield between 9am and 5pm Saturdays and 9am and 1pm Sundays
📲 Phone our practice number as usual & your call will be diverted to GP Care Wakefield.
✅ Advice, prescription & a face-to-face appointment if you need one.

01/08/2026

⭐ SystmConnect Goes Live on 19th August! ⭐

Our new SystmConnect system launches on 19th August, and we'd love for you to come along to the surgery on the day.

Our team will be available to answer any questions and help you navigate the new system. The Digital Team will also be in the surgery, offering hands-on support and assistance.

Whether you need help getting started or simply want to learn more, we're here to help!

31/07/2026

💉 Flu Vaccinations Available to Book Now

We are pleased to announce that our first flu clinic, for the over 65 age group, will be held on Saturday 19th September.

Patients who are 65 years of age or older and eligible for a flu vaccination can now get in touch with the surgery to arrange an appointment.

Getting vaccinated is one of the best ways to protect yourself against flu and help keep our community healthy this winter.

📞 Contact the surgery today to book your place.

Don't worry if this date isn't suitable for you. We will be holding additional clinics on other dates and at different times throughout the flu vaccination season. These clinics will also be available for patients in other eligible groups, so there will be plenty of opportunities to receive your vaccination.

02/07/2026

SystmConnect is a safe, secure online form that links to your GP record and makes contacting us easier than ever.

Whether you’re booking a routine appointment, asking a question, or requesting your medicines, SystmConnect helps you get what you need quickly and simply.

We’re here to support you as we make this positive change together.

22/06/2026

📢 Big changes are on the way! 📢

We’re thrilled to announce that our online consultation platform is moving from PATCHS to SystmConnect — and we can’t wait for you to experience it.

✨ What this means for you:

Quicker, smoother routine requests

Instant connection to your GP record

A simpler, more user‑friendly experience

PATCHS was provided to all Wakefield practices, but after listening to feedback from our amazing patients and our team, we’ve chosen a system that works better for our practice — and even better for you.

Stay tuned… exciting updates are coming as we get ready to make the switch.

13/05/2026

01/05/2026

🔆May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month🔆

Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, but many cases can be prevented. Checking your skin regularly, using sun protection, and knowing when to seek advice can make a real difference.
If you’re worried about a mole, a change to your skin, or just want reliable information, these resources can help:

NHS – Skin cancer symptoms, causes and treatment
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/skin-cancer/
NHS – Sunscreen and sun safety
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/
Macmillan Cancer Support – Skin cancer information and support
https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/skin-cancer

Early advice and early action save lives. Please share to help others stay safe this summer.

29/04/2026

Pharmacy First

Do you know the seven common conditions your pharmacy can provide treatment and prescription medications for, if needed, without seeing a GP?

Infected Insect Bite
Oral Contraception
Impetigo
Sore Throat
Sinusitis
Shingles
UTIs
Earache

Think pharmacy first.

nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst

Find out what services pharmacies can offer and how they can support you.

24/04/2026

Over the past few weeks, Dr Stonell and Michaela (Reception Team Leader) have been out in the community delivering COVID and RSV vaccinations to our housebound patients. They’ve made a fantastic team—though Dr Stonell did mention she might need some travel sickness tablets next time after being chauffeured around by Michaela.💉💉

22/04/2026

This week, we’re pleased to share some exciting updates. Our Reception Team are now even easier to identify in their new uniforms, which we hope you agree look fantastic!

We would also like to warmly welcome Tia, Autumn and Gemma to the Orchard Croft Team.👏🎉