Ribbleton Medical Centre

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

‼️MISSED APPOINTMENTS‼️

Last month, we had 257 appointments that were not attended after booking. These are appointments lost that could have helped others.

If you cannot make your appointment or no longer need it, please contact us as soon as possible to cancel by;
☎ Calling the surgery on 01772 501070
📱 Using the NHS app
🔗 Using the link within your appointment reminder text message

By helping us avoid missed appointments, you are helping us to help others 😊

28/08/2026

‼️ IMPORTANT NOTICE ‼️

We are closed on Monday 31st August for the Summer Bank Holiday and we will reopen as normal on Tuesday 1st September.

Should you require urgent medical advice, please contact 111.

21/08/2026

🚨 Evening Worker – Join Our Team! 🚨

Are you reliable, friendly and looking for part-time work to fit around your studies or other commitments?

We're looking for a friendly, enthusiastic and motivated evening worker to join our busy and supportive team.

This is a great opportunity to:

✅ Gain valuable workplace experience
✅ Develop excellent customer service and communication skills
✅ Build your confidence and professional skills
✅ Work as part of a friendly and supportive team
✅ Gain experience within a healthcare environment

No previous experience is necessary – just a positive attitude, good communication skills and a willingness to learn.

📍 Location: Ribbleton Medical Centre
🕒 Hours: Monday–Friday, 4:30pm–6:30pm
📅 Closing Date: Friday 4th September 2026

If you're looking for a part-time evening role and would like to become part of our team, we'd love to hear from you!

📧 To apply, please send a short covering letter to: [email protected]

19/08/2026

‼ IMPORTANT NOTICE ‼

WE ARE CLOSED ON THE FOLLOWING DATES FROM 1PM FOR STAFF TRAINING:
- 15th September 2026
- 13th October 2026
- 17th November 2026

Should you require urgent medical advice, please contact 111.

Alternatively, you can contact the pharmacy for any minor illness issues.

15/08/2026

💊 PRESCRIPTIONS 💊
Please note, we can only issue same day prescriptions for medication that is critical. This means that there would be a significant impact on a patient’s health if a dose was missed.

Any urgent requests not seen as critical will be sent to the pharmacy the next working day. You can order medication up to a week before you are due to run out.

We would like to remind you of the methods available to order your prescription. These are:
📧 Email (our email address is [email protected])
📱 NHS app
🏥 Coming into the surgery

Please note that we do not accept telephone orders unless agreed with the surgery.

We would be grateful if once a prescription has been ordered, you do not ring the surgery to chase it up. Please ring your nominated pharmacy as they will be able to provide a more accurate update.

15/08/2026

An Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm is a swelling in the aorta, which happens due to the weakening of the artery walls with age. If not spotted or left untreated it can become too large and rupture, which will cause internal bleeding. Men aged 65 and over are most at risk of developing an AAA; they are 6 times more likely to have one than women of the same age.

Evidence shows screening can halve the risk of dying from a ruptured AAA. Generally, an AAA will produce no symptoms, so attending routine screening is the best way to detect one. Screening involves an ultrasound of the stomach, which takes around 10 minutes.

06/08/2026

🚨 School Leavers – Start Your Career with Us! 🚨

Are you leaving school this year and looking for your first step into the world of work?

We're looking for a friendly, enthusiastic, and motivated Medical Receptionist Apprentice to join our busy and supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to:
✅ Gain valuable workplace experience
✅ Earn while you learn
✅ Achieve a recognised apprenticeship qualification
✅ Develop excellent customer service and administration skills
✅ Build a rewarding career in healthcare

No previous experience is necessary – just a positive attitude, good communication skills, and a willingness to learn.

📍 Location: Ribbleton Medical Centre
🕒 Hours: Full time
📅 Closing Date: Friday 21st August 2026

If you're ready to begin a rewarding career in primary care, we'd love to hear from you!

To apply, please send a short covering letter to [email protected]

05/08/2026

🚨 FREE TO A GOOD HOME – COLLECTION ONLY! 🚨 - HAS NOW GONE

We’re offering a WEIGHT, HEIGHT & BLOOD PRESSURE MACHINE completely FREE! 🙌

✅ Displays weight, height & blood pressure readings on screen
❌ Does not print measurements
🪙 Tokens included
📍 Collection only
⚡ FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED!

If you’re interested and would like to give the machine a good home, please contact reception.

📩 Serious enquiries only, please.

04/08/2026

‼️MISSED APPOINTMENTS‼️

Last month, we had 287 appointments that were not attended after booking. These are appointments lost that could have helped others.

If you cannot make your appointment or no longer need it, please contact us as soon as possible to cancel by;
☎ Calling the surgery on 01772 501070
📱 Using the NHS app
🔗 Using the link within your appointment reminder text message

By helping us avoid missed appointments, you are helping us to help others 😊