Ribblesdale Medical Practice

14/05/2026

COMING SOON!!!!!!!!

We would like to introduce you to EMMA!

Emma will be our new AI Assistant here to help you get through to us more easily, she works alongside our reception team, she's not replacing anyone :-)

You can still phone, visit and speak to a human when it is necessary or you prefer; EMMA's here to make things quicker when our lines are busy.

06/05/2026

🌟 April Friends & Family Results Are In! 🌟

A huge thank you to the 295 patients who shared their feedback with us last month 💬

We’re really pleased to say:
✅ 90.85% of patients rated their experience as Good or Very Good

Here’s the breakdown:
💚 Very Good – 239
👍 Good – 29
😐 Fair – 3
🤔 Neither – 12
😟 Poor – 10
❓ Don’t Know – 2

Your feedback helps us shape and improve our service every single day – and we’re always listening 👂

💙 Ribblesdale Medical Practice – working to give you the best care possible

06/05/2026

📣BIG NEWS!

Ribblesdale Medical Practice will soon be introducing EMMA, an AI powered assistant to help you get through to the surgery faster without queuing on the phones.

No more 8am scrambles or endless hold music. Emma can help with appointment requests, prescription queries, and directing you to the right care - instantly.

Our reception team will of course still be here for you, EMMA simply supports them and helps us to serve our patients better.

24/04/2026

NHS App Support Sessions – Free Help Available

Bring your smartphone or tablet along to one of these FREE digital support sessions. Staff will be on hand to help you sign up, navigate, and make the most of the NHS App.

📅 Wednesday 20th May 2026
📍 Healthwatch Bury, 56–58 Bolton Road, Bury, BL9 0LL
⏰ 10:00am – 2pm

Please remember to bring photo ID (passport or driving licence) and ensure you can access your email account, as these are required for some NHS App services.

Contact for more information about the sessions below: 07398 051049 or gmicbbu.socialprescribing@nhs.net
Bury GP Federation

21/04/2026

🎉 Happy National Practice Managers Day! 🎉

Today, 21st April 2026, marks the very first National Practice Managers Day, and what a day to be proud of everything Practice Managers do!

To every Practice Manager across Bury
this day is YOURS.

The dedication, resilience, and leadership you bring to your practices every single day is immeasurable, and today we take a moment to recognise and celebrate that.

Horizon PCN
Prestwich & Whitefield Primary Care Network
Bury GP Federation
Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership
Bury ICP

Thank you to all the wonderful GP Practice Managers working tirelessly to support patients and staff. You're amazing!

09/04/2026

🌼 APRIL WELLBEING WALK SCHEDULE 🌼

Looking for a Monday pick‑me‑up? Join our Next Steps Bury Wellbeing Walks every Monday from 12:30pm – 2:30pm! 🚶‍♂️🌿✨

Each week they explore a different local trail—perfect for gentle exercise, fresh air, and meeting others in the community.

Everyone is welcome—come along, enjoy nature, and support your wellbeing! 💚

07/04/2026

🌟 March Friends & Family Results Are In! 🌟

A huge THANK YOU to all our patients who took the time to share their feedback with us last month 🙌

We’re really pleased to say that the vast majority of you would recommend Ribblesdale Medical Practice to your friends and family 💙

Your kind words mean the world to our team and your suggestions help us keep improving the care we provide every single day.

We’re listening, we’re learning, and we’re always working to be better for you.

02/04/2026

Easter Opening Hours 🐣

Easter Bank Holiday's 🐥
When We Are Closed & What To Do if You Need Help

💊 Easter Bank Holiday Pharmacy Opening Hours
https://greatermanchester.communitypharmacy.org.uk/our-news/easter-bank-holiday-opening-hours-methadone-collection-form/

31/03/2026

19/03/2026

More than 10,000 calls have been made to Martha’s Rule helplines in the first 16 months of the NHS scheme, helping thousands of patients benefit from changes to their care and potentially saving lives.

Martha's Rule helps detect deterioration in hospital patients early. It gives patients and families the right to call for a rapid review if they are worried a loved one’s condition – or their own – is getting worse.

Staff can also ask for a review from a different team if they are concerned any appropriate action is not being taken.

Read more ➡️ https://www.england.nhs.uk/2026/03/over-10000-calls-to-marthas-rule-in-first-16-months-to-trigger-urgent-review-of-care/

19/03/2026

Easter Bank Holiday's 🐥
When We Are Closed & What To Do if You Need Help

💊 Easter Bank Holiday Pharmacy Opening Hours
https://greatermanchester.communitypharmacy.org.uk/our-news/easter-bank-holiday-opening-hours-methadone-collection-form/