West Calder Medical Practice

07/09/2026

Public Holiday Closure - Monday 14th September 2026

Please note that West Calder Medical Practice will be closed on Monday 14th September 2026 for the public holiday.

If you require urgent medical assistance while the practice is closed, please contact NHS 24 on 111. In a medical emergency, dial 999.

The practice will reopen as normal on the next working day.

West Calder Medical Practice

31/08/2026

📢 Please bear with us today
Due to staff sickness, our admin team is currently short-staffed. We’re working hard to respond to everyone as quickly as possible, but there may be some delays.
We really appreciate your patience and understanding while we get through this.

29/07/2026

Extended use of Nexplanon from 3 to 5 years

MHRA has approved a change to the maximum licensed duration of Nexplanon use from 3 to 5 years. This follows similar approval by the FDA in USA earlier this year and is supported by the College of Sexual& Reproductive Health.

The full CoSRH statement can be found here: https://www.cosrh.org/Common/Uploadedo/o20files/documents/CoSRHo/o2QCEUo/o20s tatement Nexplanon.pdf

What it means for patients

As of now, patients attending for a routine change of their Nexplanon should be advised that this can now be delayed until 5 years. If they are in their 4th or 5th year of use and requesting early change due to problems such as altered bleeding pattern, then assuming other possible causes have been excluded ( e.g., STI, pregnancy, cervical pathology, concurrent medications affecting absorption etc) early change may be considered on an individual patient basis.

However, there is no good evidence that changing the implant early will necessarily improve problematic bleeding. Irregular bleeding is very common with the implant and bleeding patterns are often unpredictable and can change during the period of use. Other strategies to improve bleeding e.g., addition of COC for 3/12 or short 5 day course of an NSAID (if medically eligible), should also be considered if the patient wishes to continue the method.

22/07/2026

We have you covered 💊



With the free delivery service, Lindsay and Gilmour can collect your prescription directly from your GP surgery and deliver it straight to your door.



Simple, reliable, and there when you need them.



If you are not going to be home, the 24/7 collection service allows you to pick up your medication whenever it suits you - even outside opening hours *

*Only available at West Calder Main Street.



Contact your local Lindsay and Gilmour pharmacy for more information.



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10/07/2026

After five amazing years, the time has come for me to say goodbye to my role as a Treatment Room Nurse at West Calder Medical Practice.

This has been a hard decision to make because this practice has been so much more than just a workplace. It has been a place where I’ve grown as a nurse, built lifelong friendships, and had the privilege of caring for the most wonderful patients.

To every single patient who has trusted me with their care over the years, thank you. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your lives, for your kindness, your patience, your laughter, and for the many conversations that made my days so special. Whether you came to see me for a dressing, blood tests, injections, ear syringing, or simply stopped for a chat, you’ve all left a lasting impression on me. It has truly been an honour and a privilege to care for you, and I will always be grateful for the trust you placed in me.

To my incredible colleagues, thank you for your friendship, support, encouragement and for making every day enjoyable, even on the busiest days. I feel incredibly fortunate to have worked alongside such a dedicated and compassionate team, and I will always value the memories and experiences we have shared.

While I’m excited to begin a new chapter in my nursing career, I will always look back on my time at West Calder Medical Practice with pride and gratitude. This practice, its staff and its patients will always hold a special place in my heart.

It has been a genuine privilege to care for such a wonderful community, and I will always look back on this chapter with great fondness and appreciation.

Sara

09/07/2026

Notice to Patients

The automatic doors at West Calder Medical Practice are being replaced over the next couple of days.

If you are attending the practice during this time, please use the fire exit door, located to the right-hand side of the main entrance.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your cooperation.

12/06/2026

A message from Caroline.

I would like to thank all the GPs, staff, past colleagues, friends, and patients for the incredible kindness shown to me on my retirement. I truly thought I would just slip quietly out the door, but your generosity has been overwhelming. The flowers, gifts, cards filled with such thoughtful words, and the lovely comments on Facebook have meant more than I can say.

I have absolutely loved my job in reception at the surgery over the past 26 years and dealing with all the patients, not only were they patients but good friends too.

I wish everyone the very best for the future, and thank you again for all the kindness you have shown me.

With love,
Caroline x

09/06/2026

Update on Wegovy and NHS Lothian Referrals

Following the recent announcement confirming that Wegovy has now been approved for use within NHS Scotland, we know many patients are looking for more information.

NHS Lothian also announced yesterday that all weight‑management referrals are currently paused while the new pathway is being finalised.

Please remember that Wegovy is a prescription‑only medicine and should only be used under clinical supervision. We’ll share updates as soon as NHS Lothian confirms the revised pathway.

Please note the Weight Management Service is not able to accept referrals for Obesity Management Medicines at this time. We apologise this is taking so long but please be reassured NHS Lothian are working hard to bring these medicines to patients. NHS Lothian have a short life working group currentl...

09/06/2026

Public Holiday Closure

West Calder Medical Practice will be closed on Monday 15th June for the public holiday.

We will reopen as normal on Tuesday 16th June.

For urgent medical assistance during this time, please contact NHS 24 on 111 for emergencies always call 999.

08/06/2026

***Phone lines are up and running again, thank you for your patience***

***8th June 2026 update***

Message for patients, unfortunately our phones are having intermittent problems again today. The engineers are working on this, thank you again for your patience.

West Calder Medical Practice