New Coningsby Surgery

21/07/2025

📢 We're Hiring – Nursing Associate | East Lindsey PCN

Looking for a new opportunity in Primary Care? We’re recruiting a Nursing Associate to join our friendly team across the East Lindsey Primary Care Network (PCN).

🩺 33.5 hours per week
📍 Across 8 GP practices in the East Lindsey Primary Care Network
💷 Salary depending on experience

You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering hands-on care and supporting initiatives like Enhanced Health in Care Homes (EHCH).

✅ NMC registered
✅ Passionate about patient-centred care
✅ Great communication and teamwork skills

📩 Interested? Apply now with your CV + short cover letter: https://thewelbygroup.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=d276640b-7c88-42d6-9d1c-48a213f2c9e2

Got questions? Email diane.hall6@nhs.net

14/07/2025

📢 Practice Update – Staffing Shortages

We would like to inform our patients that due to unexpected staff sickness, we are currently very short staffed in our clinical team.

This may mean longer waiting times for appointments, delays in responses to queries, and some disruption to our usual services.

We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding during this challenging time.

Our team is working hard to maintain safe and effective care, and we thank you for your continued support.

30/06/2025

📢 Important Update: Changes to the NHS Childhood Vaccination Schedule

From 1st July 2025, the NHS will be updating the childhood vaccination schedule to help protect children earlier and more effectively. A new appointment will be introduced at 18 months, starting 1st January 2026.

👶 These changes affect key vaccines like MMR, MenB, PCV, and Hib/MenC, and will apply to children born from 1st July 2024 onwards.

🛡️ What’s changing?
✅ MenB vaccine will now be given at 12 weeks instead of 16
✅ PCV will move to 16 weeks
✅ The Hib/MenC vaccine at 12 months will be replaced by a Hib-containing vaccine at 18 months
✅ MMR second dose will be given earlier, at 18 months
✅ MenC will no longer be needed in the second year of life – protection will be provided through the MenACWY programme in Year 9

💉 From 2026, there will be six routine vaccine appointments:
➡️ 8 weeks
➡️ 12 weeks
➡️ 16 weeks
➡️ 1 year
➡️ 18 months
➡️ 3 years 4 months

Vaccinations are one of the most effective ways to protect children from serious illness. If you're unsure whether your child is up to date, speak to your GP.

📍Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/nhs-vaccinations-and-when-to-have-them/

25/06/2025

Make the Most Out of Your GP Appointment
⏰ Arrive on time
Coming a few minutes early maximises your slot and helps everything run smoothly.

💬 Focus on one issue
10 minutes goes quickly — talk about your most urgent concern first. If needed, we can book a follow-up.

📝 Tell your story clearly
Explain when symptoms started and how they’ve progressed to save time.

How it Works
👂 You explain
🔍 GP asks, examines, advises
🗒️ Plan & questions

Why it Matters 📣
⏳ Overrunning affects other patients, delays the team — and our clinicians often finish late. We’re all doing our best under NHS pressure, and your understanding helps us care for everyone.

💙 Thank you for your support

For more tips and info, visit: https://bit.ly/3qBSaPY

24/06/2025

🩺 Mounjaro (Tirzepatide) – Important Update

We’ve had a lot of questions about Mounjaro, a new weight loss injection making headlines. Here’s what you need to know 👇

🚫 Mounjaro is NOT currently available from your GP.
We’re waiting on official guidance from our ICB (Integrated Care Board).

🔍 When/if it becomes available on the NHS, strict criteria will apply:

✅ BMI over 40
✅ Or BMI over 37.5 for South Asian, Chinese, other Asian, Middle Eastern, Black African, or African-Caribbean individuals
✅ Completion of 2 years in a Tier 2 weight management programme
✅ PLUS 4 out of 5 of these conditions:
• High blood pressure
• Cardiovascular disease
• Sleep apnoea
• High cholesterol
• Type 2 diabetes

📌 It will only be available after full clinical assessment and ICB approval.

📣 Please don’t call or book appointments to ask about it – we’ll contact eligible patients directly if/when prescribing becomes possible.

🏥 Considering private treatment? Please contact providers directly. We are not able to advise or monitor private use.

🙏 Thanks for your patience and understanding.

24/06/2025

📣 Reception Team Short Staffed

For those attending and/or contacting New Coningsby Surgery, please be aware that our reception team is currently short staffed due to staff sickness and annual leave.

We kindly ask for your patience and understanding during this time, as response times may be longer than usual. Our team is working hard to support patients as efficiently as possible.

Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.

10/06/2025

You Can Now Self-Refer to the Adult Eating Disorder Service

If thoughts, feelings, or actions around food, eating, or weight are affecting your physical, mental, or social wellbeing, we’re here to help.

The service supports people with all types of eating disorders aged 16 and over, including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder. There is no BMI or weight requirement to access our service—you don’t have to be underweight or overweight to have an eating disorder.

We know that asking for help can feel scary, but our experienced, non-judgmental team is here to support you.
• You can call us on 01522 421632
• Email us at lpft.eatingdisorders@nhs.net
• Visit www.lpft.nhs.uk/eatingdisordersreferral, to complete a self-referral form

Taking the first step is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out today.

09/06/2025

19/05/2025

⏳ Waiting for a Hospital Appointment or Treatment?

We know how tough it can be — especially if you're in pain or feeling anxious about your health.

💻 You can check average waiting times here:
🔗 www.myplannedcare.nhs.uk

❓ What’s an ‘Expedite’ Letter – and Does It Work?
You might be told to ask your GP for one, but hospital teams say they rarely change appointments based on these letters. Prioritisation is based on medical need, not requests.

📢 If your symptoms have changed or worsened (e.g. more pain, reduced mobility, hearing loss), contact your hospital team directly – they need to hear from you.

👩‍⚕️ For ULHT patients, get in touch with the Outpatient Booking Team:
🔗 [United Lincolnshire Hospitals - https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/patients/outpatients/ive-been-referred-to-ulht-for-an-outpatient-appointment-what-happens-next/contacting-your-outpatient-appointment-booking-team/?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8Ty3nDiUgAOo_9xWnnvYdkI62jysvL9htqrHpJhjzjhqEcNLHgsz0L8LrMV6S_ctPIEDiGE5MWnmiUt5nIOzdFQYYRCw&_hsmi=109518413&utm_content=109518413&utm_source=hs_email

💬 Need help or unsure what to do?
If your condition worsens, don’t wait — get advice promptly.
🚨 In an emergency, always call 999.

19/05/2025

📢 Pharmacy Opening Times – Spring May Bank Holiday
🗓️ Monday 26th May 2025

If you need to pick up medication or get advice from a pharmacist over the Bank Holiday, check out the local pharmacies that will be open

💡 Don’t leave it last minute—make sure you’ve got what you need ahead of time!

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08/05/2025

Today marks 80 years since VE Day – Victory in Europe Day 🇬🇧

On 8 May 1945, the war in Europe came to an end and millions across the UK and beyond celebrated peace after years of hardship and sacrifice.

As we mark the 80th anniversary of this historic day, we invite you to pause with us for a two-minute silence at 12:00pm, to honour the courage, service, and sacrifice of those who gave so much.

Let’s remember them – and the peace they helped secure.

29/04/2025

📢 Pharmacy Opening Times – Early May Bank Holiday
🗓️ Monday 5th May 2025

If you need to pick up medication or get advice from a pharmacist over the Bank Holiday, here are the local pharmacies that will be open:

📍 Boston
🕒 Ask Chemist – 14:00 to 16:00
🕒 BOOTS (Market Place) – 10:00 to 16:00

📍 Lincoln
🕒 BOOTS (Carlton Centre) – 11:00 to 15:00
🕒 BOOTS (High Street) – 10:30 to 16:30
🕒 Lincoln Co-op (North Hykeham) – 10:00 to 12:00
🕒 Tesco Pharmacy (Wragby Road) – 10:00 to 16:00

📍 Skegness
🕒 BOOTS (Beacon Park) – 14:00 to 16:00
🕒 BOOTS (Lumley Road) – 10:00 to 17:00

📍 Spalding
🕒 BOOTS – 10:00 to 16:00
🕒 Lincoln Co-op (Donington) – 14:00 to 16:00

📍 Mablethorpe
🕒 BOOTS – 10:00 to 16:00

📍 Stamford
🕒 BOOTS – 10:00 to 16:00
🕒 Stamford Pharmacy – 10:00 to 12:00

📍 Grantham
🕒 BOOTS – 10:00 to 16:00
🕒 Grantham Pharmacy – 10:00 to 12:00

📍 Louth
🕒 BOOTS – 10:00 to 12:00

📍 Sleaford
🕒 Clover House Pharmacy – 10:00 to 12:00
🕒 Tesco Pharmacy (Northgate) – 10:00 to 16:00

📍 Bourne
🕒 Tesco Pharmacy – 10:00 to 16:00

📍 Gainsborough
🕒 Morrisons Pharmacy – 14:00 to 16:00

💡 Top Tip: Don’t leave it last minute—make sure you’ve got what you need ahead of time!

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