Portobello and Conan Doyle Surgeries

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.

Join us as we sit down with Dr. Mike Coates, Clinical Director for out-of-hours services in NHS Lanarkshire, to delve into the world of Urinary Tract Infecti...

25/04/2025

Communication from NHS Lothian is moving over to electronic letters which are accessed via a text message you will receive. Please make sure your mobile number is up to date. See below for more information.

https://youtu.be/61790VBD6MI?si=CYBZ_1WSlWZZklSl

https://services.nhslothian.scot/electronicletters/

18/04/2025

📢IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ AND SHARE: If you're looking for health advice over the Easter weekend, please take a look at this essential information below:

We’re expecting the 111 service to be busy over the next four days, which may mean a prolonged wait for calls to be answered. Here’s how you can save time and help us care for those most in need:

💊If your call is related to medicines please visit https://nhs24.info/accessing-medicines Whether it is prescribed or non-prescribed medication, our guide to accessing medication can save you time. You might not need to call 111.

🤧If you need general advice about common illnesses and ailments remember we have a lot of information on NHS inform, including a range of symptom checkers which you can use to help you decide what to do next: https://nhs24.info/symptom-checkers

📱The NHS 24 Online app also has handy health advice and can help you source your nearest open healthcare services, including pharmacies. The app is free to download on both iOS and Android devices. https://nhs24.info/NHS-24-Online

✔️By using NHS resources wisely, we can keep well and get the care we need quickly, safely and as close to home as possible. Find out more about how to access the : https://nhs24.info/RightCareRightPlace

NHS 24's staff are working exceptionally hard to answer as many calls as we can, quickly and safely. Please be patient and we will answer. 💙

18/04/2025

If you hurt yourself while out hunting easter eggs this week then call 111 free anytime day or night to be directed to the right service.

Make sure you know how to get the right care in the right place: https://ow.ly/EbYh50VAccM

17/04/2025

EASTER 2025
Please note that the Surgery is closed on Friday 18th April (Good Friday) and Monday 21st April (Easter Monday). We will re-open on Tuesday 22nd April at 8.00 am.

16/04/2025

The practice will be closed on Friday 18th and Monday 21st April. Please see below for more information on available services over the Easter holiday weekend.

https://services.nhslothian.scot/rightcare/public-holidays/ #

Public holidays This information covers the Easter holidays. Dentists Dentists will be closed on Friday 18 April and Monday 21 April. If you need emergency care over the holidays please call NHS24 on 111. Some examples of dental emergencies include trauma to the teeth, uncontrolled dental pain, unco...

26/01/2025

Is your mobile number up to date? Please update it at the surgery if not to ensure that we can contact you if needed and so that you can receive any relevant outpatient information quicker.

https://services.nhslothian.scot/electronicletters/

We’ve expanded the use of text messages for patient communication within our outpatient services. If you would like to receive electronic letters about your care, please make sure your details, including mobile phone number are kept up to date. Find out more: https://services.nhslothian.scot/electronicletters/

23/01/2025

Due to a red level warning for high winds, we will offer limited services on Friday 24th January. This warning indicates dangerous travel conditions and potential risk to life. We will only handle medically urgent issues. Some prebooked appointments can be affected.

All urgent requests will be managed by our GPs via telephone, with in-person consultations only if absolutely necessary. Non-urgent issues should be addressed after the weekend. House visits are unlikely due to staff travel risks. Housebound patients with urgent issues should request a GP call-back or call 999 for emergencies. Blood test and nurse appointments can be affected. If you think your nurse appointment can be rescheduled please contact the surgery. Please try to avoid travelling to or visiting the surgery if you are not been asked to do so.
Please be patient and help our clinical and administrative staff to keep the essential services running.We expect to resume normal operations on Monday 27th January. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding during these difficult conditions.