Edlesborough and Pitstone Village Surgeries

04/03/2026

Menopause & Women’s Health Educational Evening featuring our Dr Kirsten Riemer

🗓 Friday 06 March 2026

📍 Bishop Wood School, 37 Frogmore Street, Tring, HP23 5AU
🕢 7:30pm

Featuring Dr Kirsten Riemer, NHS GP with over 18 years’ menopause care experience, plus contributions from local Personal Trainers, a pelvic health physiotherapist, and a breast cancer survivor.

Topics include treatment options, lifestyle strategies, pelvic health, bone health, and breast health — all in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Open to women and couples.

All proceeds support the Bishopwood School PTA (Tring).

🎟 Booking / More Details: https://www.peoplesfundraising.com/event/menopause-evening

02/03/2026

Edlesborough Surgery Friends & Family Test Results FEB26

Thank you for your candid feedback from your appointments with the surgery. Some highlights from the survey results (almost 600 received):
• Had blood test and was seen early. Friendly staff. At same time, I completed the online form for my daughter who had a bad skin infection from falling over. Within 15 minutes the triage form was sent and actioned, the prescription given and the dispensary gave me the medication. Outstanding service.
• Called as expected and thankfully called back as was driving through an area with no reception when first call was made
• Very friendly staff on arrival, Dr Mitchell was fab ! Spending time , care and attention throughout the appointment
• Appointment on time. Relaxed atmosphere. Results would be posted on the NHS App within three days. If I used the app, which I do.
• The DR I saw really cared about this issue I attended for and was very thorough. Dr in qs was also very kind and compassionate
• Quick response to my triage request. Friendly and helpful call to book an appointment. The nurse I saw was friendly & offered a good solution.
• Was made to feel very relaxed and comfortable. The appointment was on time and the nurse really nice
• It was extremely professional, but both pleasant and relaxing! Things you don’t usually associate with a doctors appointment!
We acknowledge that clinicians on occasions run late with their appointments – we appreciate your patience when this occurs. Although appointment times are, on average, 10 minutes medical / psychological need may dictate a longer consultation.
There were several comments relating to the NHS APP these need to be addressed by the NHS APP Support Team - we do not have any different access for support https://www.nhs.uk/contact-us/nhs-app-contact-us/
V1 02-MAR-26

27/02/2026

Job Vacancy

We are looking for a part time fully qualified and experienced Pharmacy Technician to join our small, friendly team.

Based at our Edlesborough surgery, the job will be 28 hours per week.

You will work closely with GP Partners, GPs and GP Registrars.

Apply in the first instance, by sending your CV to edlesborough.admin@nhs.net

Closing date 20th March 2026.

16/02/2026

Didn’t receive a Text Message (SMS) from Edlesborough Surgery?

The surgery uses a system called WEBSMS to send SMS messages. WEBSMS messages are send centrally (i.e. NOT using the surrounding area mobile telephone transmitters) unlike our previous (2024) SMS service.
We can verify that the SMS was sent without error, however, have NO ability to determine whether it was received (this is known as ‘fire & forget’ technology).

Possible reasons why you didn’t receive a message:
Not receiving an SMS is commonly caused by poor network signal, Airplane Mode being on, and/or a full phone storage/cache. Other causes include blocked numbers, carrier outages, active Do Not Disturb mode, or issues with your SIM card.
Here are the most likely reasons and quick fixes:
• Network & Signal: Check if you have signal bars. Toggle Airplane Mode on and off to refresh your connection.
• Phone Settings: Ensure Do Not Disturb is OFF and check your Blocked Contacts list in your messaging app.
• Storage Space: Clear your messaging app cache or delete old messages if your phone storage is full.
• Restart Device: Simply rebooting your phone can resolve temporary network or software glitches.
• Carrier/SIM Issues: Your carrier might have an outage, or your SIM card may be faulty or improperly seated.
• If these do not work, try resetting your network settings (Settings > System > Reset Options > Reset WiFi, Mobile & Bluetooth) or reinserting your SIM card.

09/02/2026

Reminder Wednesday 11-February-26 Practice Learning Time (PLT)

Both Edlesborough & Pitstone Surgeries will close at 12:00 for PLT

Both surgeries will reopen as normal 12-February-2026

02/02/2026

Friends & Family Test Results January-2026

Thank you for your candid feedback from your appointments with the surgery. Some highlights from the survey results (almost 600 received):
• Karl found my vein 1st time And was very helpful
• Dr Pruthi was very thorough and helpful with my health problems
• Prompt response from reception team, good advice from Dr. Asinobi, excellent service from dispensary.
• Over the last few weeks I have a few interactions with Mital pharmacist, Vicki - ACP, Dr Mitchell and a nurse yesterday. The surgery has gone above and beyond, dealing with my queries very efficiently and in a timely manner. A male receptionist at Edlesborough was also very helpful, friendly. I am very grateful for everyone involved in my care. Fantastic surgery 👏 xx
• Dr Dias was very knowledgeable and spent time with me discussing my issue I felt confident in my treatment plan and in her
• Both Dr Reimer & Dr Mitchell where very professional as usual. Dr Mitchell & the nurse talked me through everything and made me feel at ease.
• Dr Riemer, explained everything to me and answered any questions I had. She was very thorough.

We acknowledge that clinicians on occasions run late with their appointments – we appreciate your patience when this occurs. Although appointment times are, on average, 10 minutes medical / psychological need may dictate a longer consultation.

There were several comments relating to the NHS APP these need to be addressed by the NHS APP Support Team - we do not have any different access for support https://www.nhs.uk/contact-us/nhs-app-contact-us/

27/01/2026

Advance notice of Surgery Protected Learning Time (PLT)

The surgery will close at 12:00 on the dates stated for PLT - we will publish a reminder nearer the time.

26/01/2026

Advance Notice Building Works at BOTH Edlesborough & Pitstone Surgeries starting Monday 02-Feb-26

The works are expected to take the whole week.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the works.

All services provided by the surgery are unaffected.

21/01/2026

PITSTONE Wednesday 21-Jan (and likely to continue during the remainder of the week).

Resurfacing of Marsworth Road (Pitstone) has required the installation of 4-way traffic lights at the roundabout please allow extra travelling time for your appointment at the Surgery.

The Surgery is best approached from the Cheddington end of Cheddington Road.

20/01/2026

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If you know someone struggling with grief, please SHARE this post.

We’re offering a new Hospice of St Francis co-facilitated bereavement support group - The Good Grief Café - in Kings Langley. This will run alongside our monthly Talking Elephants bereavement group in Leverstock Green. These groups are open to all. ☕

In 2026, we’ll launch a monthly bereavement group at the Hospice (in Berkhamsted) offering coffee, conversation and compassion.

Widening our reach in the community, we are offering a space for anyone to share in conversation, to be heard and supported through all bereavement and loss.

13/01/2026

Raising awareness of "Jess's Rule"

1: GP teams are encouraged to critically re-evaluate a diagnosis if a patient presents three times with the same or escalating symptoms or concerns,
2: Supports GP teams to manage patients with unclear symptoms, helping to improve quality of care and potentially saving lives by avoiding missed or delayed diagnosis of more serious conditions such as cancer or sepsis,
3: Listening carefully to a patient’s symptoms and concerns remain crucial, recognising they are an expert in their own body.

More information: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/jesss-rule-three-strikes-and-we-rethink/

13/01/2026

Reminder Thursday 15-January-26 Practice Learning Time (PLT)

Both Edlesborough & Pitstone Surgeries will close at 12:00 for PLT.

Both surgeries will reopen as normal 16-January-2026