The Whins Medical Practice

22/05/2026

All GP practices across the Forth Valley area will have their clinical system replaced over the next 12 months, as part of a national programme.

This may impact your GP practice services for a short period during the system changeover. However, everything possible will be done to minimise any potential disruption and local GP Practices will contact patients in advance to advise of local arrangements.

13/05/2026

🚨 Practice Closure Notice 🚨
The Practice will be closed from 1:00pm on Thursday 14th May for staff training.

We’ll reopen as normal at 8:00am on Friday 15th May.

If you need medical help during this time:
📞 1:00pm–6:00pm: call 01324 566610
📞 After 6:00pm: call NHS 111

The GP Out of Hours Service will assess your needs.

You may also wish to consider your local pharmacy, optician, or dentist where appropriate.

💻 For advice, visit www.nhsinform.co.uk

Thank you for your understanding 💙

12/05/2026

All local pharmacies across Forth Valley offer free health consultations and medication for many common conditions, including:
🔹Coughs
🔹Urine infections
🔹Conjunctivitis
🔹Diarrhoea
🔹Indigestion
🔹Emergency contraception

Under Pharmacy First Plus, some pharmacists can also prescribe free medication (including antibiotics) for more complex conditions such as:
🔹Respiratory infections
🔹Ear infections
🔹Tonsillitis
🔹Sinusitis

Find out more: nhsforthvalley.com/info-zone

12/05/2026

International Nurses Day 12th May

Today we would like to recognise and thank the nurses in our practice, Elaine, Susan, Heather, Andrew and our mental health nurse Katie as well as our wider community nursing colleagues.

Your dedication, professionalism and compassion make a real difference to our patients and our community every day. We are truly grateful for the care and commitment you show, often going above and beyond.

Thank you to you all today and every day. 💙👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

10/05/2026

06/05/2026

We are pleased to offer Staying Steady Community Sessions designed to support ageing well across Forth Valley.

These one‑off education sessions focus on reducing your risk of falls, improving bone health and helping you stay independent for longer. They are suitable for anyone interested in keeping well, including people waiting for specialist care or those supporting a loved one.

Book your place:
🔗https://shorturl.at/SRvST
📞07929 653914 - please provide your name, contact details and what session you plan to attend

30/04/2026

GP Practices across Forth Valley will be closed on Monday 4 May 2026.

A number of local pharmacies will be open. Opening times are available here ➡ nhsforthvalley.com/info-zone

You can call NHS 24 on 111 day or night if you need advice for an injury or require urgent healthcare advice.

27/04/2026

📅 Practice Closure – Monday 4th May 📅

Just a friendly reminder that our practice will be closed on Monday 4th May due to a public holiday.

We know how important it is to have the care and medication you need. If you have any upcoming needs — such as repeat prescriptions or appointments — please contact us in advance so we can help you in good time. 💊📞

Public holiday closures for GP practices are set by the Health Board. These days allow our team time to rest and recharge so we can continue providing the best possible care. 💙

✅ Medical advice while we’re closed:
• NHS 24 – call 111
• In an emergency, call 999

Thank you for your understanding.

24/04/2026

Have you previously been fitted with a cardiac monitor? If you no longer need it and still have it at home, please return it so it can be reused to help other patients who may have undiagnosed heart conditions.

📍 Monitors can be returned to: Cardiac Investigations / Cardiology Outpatients Department, First Floor, Forth Valley Royal Hospital.

🕘 Monday – Friday

Thank you for supporting the work of our Cardiology Team.

16/04/2026

We ask travellers to complete a health assessment at least 6 – 8 weeks before departure. We are experiencing a high demand of enquires to our travel service, so please give yourselves plenty of time before your departure!

Visit our travel vaccine website for more info ➡️ https://travel.nhsforthvalley.com