Brora & Helmsdale Medical Practice

10/04/2026

BREAST SCREENING

We have been informed by the NHS Breast Screening Department that their mobile unit is due to come to the Brora Gower Street Car Park the week beginning 20th April. We understand texts are being sent to eligible patients at the moment with letters to follow. The practice is not involved in making these appointment so please direct any queries to the number on the text or letter. Thank you.

26/03/2026

20/03/2026

****NOW FILLED****

SMEAR CLINIC TODAY IN BRORA - FRIDAY 20TH MARCH

We have had a cancellation this afternoon for a smear appointment with Alison in the Brora surgery. If anyone has had a reminder to attend for their smear, please give us a call on 01408 621320.

22/01/2026

A black jacket was left in the Brora surgery last week. If anyone attended last week and is missing one, please let us know. 01408 621320.

07/01/2026

Wednesday 7th January

**Update - both surgeries fully staffed now""

As we are still struggling with the weather conditions, all calls will be handled in Helmsdale for the first hour this morning to allow for our Brora staff to travel when it is safe. Please let us know if you are not able to attend any booked appointments. Thanks again to everyone for your patience due to this challenging weather❄️❄️❄️

05/01/2026

Monday 5th January

Please bear with us until we see what the road conditions are like for our staff to safely travel. We will have a one member of the admin team in from 0800 to answer the phones. If the call is not immediately answered then please give it a few minutes before trying again. Doctor appointments will not be starting until later in the morning to ensure everyone's safety.

Thank you everyone for your patience & understanding.

04/01/2026

Severe weather conditions - Monday 5th January 2026

Due to the severe weather conditions it will be very difficult for most of our staff and clinicians to travel to the surgeries. We will do our utmost to provide the care needed. Please do not attend any pre-booked appointments until advised on Monday morning. Thank you for your patience and understanding and we will update the position in the morning.

24/12/2025

**UPDATE - CAR NOW MOVED**

HELMSDALE SURGERY CAR PARK - WEDNESDAY 24TH DECEMBER

There is a car parked in front of the Helmsdale surgery which is blocking access to the rear car park. If anyone knows whose car this is, please could they ask that it be moved urgently. Many thanks.