Barnt Green Surgery

24/07/2025

Our new phone system allows patients to check and cancel their appointments by ringing the surgery telephone number 24 hours a day 7 days a week without having to hold and speak to the receptionist.

Simply dial 0121 445 1704 from the number you have registered with the surgery and if you have an appointment booked at the surgery it will confirm the date and time and give you the option to cancel if you are no longer able to attend.

24/07/2025

Your Local Pharmacy can help with the following conditions saving appointments at the GP Surgery for patients with more complex needs.

24/07/2025

Samaritans Awareness Day (24th July)

Samaritans Awareness Day is on 24th July (24/7), so we’re raising awareness throughout July, to let people know that they can talk to us, day or night, 24/7. https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/samaritans-awareness-day/

23/07/2025

Soak and Social every Thursday 12 - 2pm at Bromsgrove Sport and Leisure Centre

A weekly quiet swim session held in the shallow warm water pool for people suffering from chronic pain to meet and receive support with the conditions amongst peers.
You can spend as much or as little time as suits you in the warm water between 12pm - 1pm.

Following the swimming session the cafe has an area reserved to have refreshments and a time to talk, receive information and support with managing the symptoms of Fibromyalgia.

23/07/2025

- a campaign for more compassionate care

This campaign was set up by Dr Kate Granger and her husband when Kate was in hospital with post-operative sepsis and realised that staff did not introduce themselves before delivering care.

Today marks the anniversary of Kate's death and in honour of her memory we support her campaign.

Her legacy was to pass on to fellow clinicians the importance of introductions to patients.

https://www.hellomynameis.org.uk

23/07/2025

Want to find out more about our Patient Participation Group?

If you are interested in finding out more, talking to a member of the PPG or attending the next meeting on Wednesday 23 July at 7pm here at the surgery then please contact the PPG at their own email address barntgreen.ppg@nhs.net or call the surgery on 0121 445 1704 to leave a message for one of the members.

22/07/2025

Hay fever

If you’re sneezing more than talking lately, you’re not alone! Hay fever (AKA allergic rhinitis) can really make the warmer months difficult. It causes itchy eyes, a runny nose, sneezing and coughing, a headache or pain around the sides of your head or forehead, loss of smell and feeling tired.

Here are some tips to help you cope during peak pollen season:
Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes
Keep windows closed during high pollen times
Shower and change your clothes after being outside
Antihistamines can help – talk to your GP or pharmacist if you’re struggling

22/07/2025

We understand the media is reporting that Mounjaro is now available under the NHS; however, not all areas are able to offer this service at this time. As we’re in an area where this service is not yet available, unfortunately we can’t help with queries or requests for this at the present time.

Once this service does become available, it will be for only:

Patients over 18, with a BMI of 40+, and have four or more weight-related health conditions, such as Type II diabetes, hypertension and heart disease.

We understand the media is reporting that Mounjaro is now available under the NHS, but it’s really important to note that this is ONLY for a limited group of patients.

We cannot offer any weight loss drug for cosmetic or general weight loss.

Weight loss support is available https://www.hwics.org.uk/our-services/weight-management

Thank you for keeping our lines clear for those who need urgent medical help.

22/07/2025

Going away this summer? Please remember to order enough of your medication, at least five days in advance of your holiday. Running out of regular medication where you’re unable to source more could cause serious side effects.

Order online through the NHS App

21/07/2025