Portobello and Conan Doyle Surgeries

19/08/2025

The next Pain Concern free Pain Education sessions are below.

Wednesday 20th August 2-4pm (online)

September 2025
Thursday 4th September 10:30-12:30pm (Craigmillar Medical Practice)
Tuesday 16th September 11-1pm (online)
Monday 22nd September 2-4pm (online)
Craigmillar Medical Practice date - to be confirmed

October 2025
Wednesday 8th October 11-1pm (online)
Thursday 16th October 2-4pm (online)
Craigmillar Medical Practice date - to be confirmed

November 2025
Monday 10th November 11-1pm (online)
Friday 21st November 2-4pm (online)
Craigmillar Medical Practice date - to be confirmed

December 2025
Wednesday 3rd December 11-1pm (online)

Pain Education phone number - 07421125638

Website for further information:
https://painconcern.org.uk/pain-education-sessions-funding/

Booking link:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/pain-concern-83272333353

“You never know when something will click - or be exactly what you need at that moment.”

One participant told us they were surprised by how young many of the other attendees were. Chronic pain doesn’t just affect older people - it can impact anyone, at any age.

That’s why our free online Pain Education sessions are open to everyone living with persistent pain, whatever your age or experience. Whether it’s your first session or your fifth, there’s always something new to learn, and support to be found.

📅 Final online sessions:

Mon 11 Aug · 11am–1pm

Wed 20 Aug · 2pm–4pm

Tue 16 Sept · 11am–1pm

Mon 22 Sept · 2pm–4pm

💻 Online | 🆓 Free to attend
👉 Book now: https://ow.ly/MZ0W50Wy4J3

15/08/2025

Our computer system is up and running now and our phone lines open at 8.00am

15/08/2025

Our computer system is currently down at both of our Practices. This means we are unable to book appointments from 8.00am until further notice.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience while we work to resolve the issue. We will update you as soon as the system is back online.

09/08/2025

NHS Lothian Quit Your Way

Thinking about quitting smoking, ready to stop, or struggling to stay smoke-free? Find the tools, tips, and support you need for a healthier life.

31/07/2025

The next in-person pain education session is at Craigmillar Medical Practice on the 7th August.

🌟Free In-person Pain Education Session 🌟

Are you struggling with chronic pain?
Please know you are not alone and there is support out there.

As a first step, come along to our next in-person session at Craigmillar Medical Practice on the 7th August.

How will it help me?
This supportive and friendly session is an introduction to help you develop a way of dealing with your pain and should allow you to:

- Know more about your pain
- Learn how to better deal with stress
- Be able to enjoy life more
- Be able to do more

Date: 7th August
Time: 10:30am - 12:30pm
Venue: Craigmillar Medical Practice

For more info and to book - https://ow.ly/61hB50WxWMm

30/07/2025

Drug-related harms have increased in Lothian.

See www.stopthedeaths.com for more information on how you could help someone in need.

11/07/2025

Enjoy the hot weather safely! 🌞

The sun has got its hat on 🤠

While we’re loving the sunshine, don’t forget to look after yourself.

Stay hydrated, stay cool, and stay protected. 🧴💧🕶️

For top tips on staying safe in hot weather, head to NHS inform: https://ow.ly/ABor50VQ9Ro

18/06/2025

Thinking about quit smoking?

Managing stress is a key part of quitting smoking. Visit tinyurl.com/qywstress to learn how to cope with stress without smoking.
Get some support from one of our specialist stop smoking practitioners here; tinyurl.com/qywlothian by self-referring via the green click to be contacted button.

16/06/2025

Pop-up vaccination clinic this Thursday 19th June at The Ripple. See below for more information.

We are delighted to welcome the team from NHS Lothian Vaccination Clinic on THURSDAY 19th JUNE to the Hub. You MUST check their website for full details for eligibility, or ask your doctor's surgery. https://www.nhslothian.scot/vaccinations/routine-shingles-vaccination/ or use the QR code.

Vaccine Eligibility Shingles:
People aged 65 or 66 on 01 September 2024.
People aged 70 or over on 01 September 2024 until their 80th birthday.
People aged 50 or over with a severely weakened immune system.
People who are about to start immunosuppressive therapy.
People aged 18 or over who have received a stem cell transplant or CAR-T therapy within the last 2 years.

Pneumococcal Vaccine
All individuals aged 65 years and over.
People with certain medical conditions, including:
Spleen problems
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Heart, kidney, or liver conditions
Chronic respiratory diseases
Diabetes requiring medication
Suppressed immune system

Spring 2025 COVID-19 Vaccination Programme
Starting 31 March 2025, the following groups are eligible for a spring COVID-19 vaccine:
Individuals aged 75 or over.
Residents of care homes for older adults.
Individuals aged 6 months and over with a weakened immune system

09/06/2025

Some patient letters are being sent electronically. For more info see https://services.nhslothian.scot/electronicletters/

28/05/2025

The next Pain Education session is at Craigmillar Medical Practice on Thursday 5th June, 1030- 1230. For more information and how to book your free place see: https://painconcern.org.uk/pain-education-sessions-funding/

📣Our Pain Education Session can help anyone who has had pain for 12 weeks or more, their family, and even employers. This session will give you a better understanding of your pain to help you manage it more effectively in the long term. Topics covered are:

☑️ What is pain?
☑️ Managing activity
☑️ Managing stress
☑️ Sleep
☑️ Managing Flare Ups

To book a session please visit https://ow.ly/FKiE50VWytu

11/05/2025

Pharmacy First program can help you with symptoms of UTI so you must contact your preferred pharmacy in the first instance. Please watch the video for more information.
Remember - if you need to book an on the day appointment you have to contact the surgery at 8AM for the morning surgery or at 1PM for the afternoon session. If you call us outside of these hours we might need to ask you to call back when we release appointments.

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