Ellon Medical Practice

09/01/2026

We would like to thank all the practice staff for their valiant efforts over the past week to get to work during this unprecedented weather, whether it be surviving the road conditions or on foot. It has been extremely challenging for all to say the least.
We would also like to thank our patients for their continued understanding of the difficulties the weather has brought....it is much appreciated.
Kind Regards
EGP

08/01/2026

❄️Patient notice 8th January 2026❄️

Due to the ongoing adverse weather with further snow overnight & continuing school closures, we have reduced staffing levels again today with staff either not able to get to work or facing delays in trying to get here . Therefore we will be providing a reduced service - however if you feel your condition is urgent pls call 0345 337 1150. We respectfully ask for any non urgent requests that you call when this period of disruption eases.

Appointments with the practice based AHSCP CTAC Healthcare Support Worker Team will be rearranged today unless urgent as the staff are unable to make it to the Health Centre. Affected patients will be contacted.

Your ongoing understanding during this extreme weather is much appreciated.

06/01/2026

Good morning!
The Met Office has issued a new Amber Weather Warning for snow across large parts of Aberdeenshire.
Many of our GP Practices will be operating a reduced service today and there may be further impacts later today due to the forecast snow.
All Aberdeenshire Vaccination Clinics will be closed today.
Our Community Nursing teams and Home Carers will be out caring for those we can reach and who have the greatest need.
Please be patient - all our teams and GP practices are doing all they can to deliver services and care.
All decisions about service delivery will be based on an assessment of safety and risk.
***Amber Weather Warning***
The Met Office has issued an Amber weather warning for snow across large parts of Aberdeenshire.
➡ Travel delays on roads are likely, stranding some vehicles and passengers - please do not travel unless absolutely necessary.
➡ Expect some delays and cancellations to rail and air travel are likely
➡ There is a good chance that some rural communities could become cut off and we will continue to assess the impact of any snowfall.
➡ Injuries from slips and falls are likely on icy surfaces - stay safe and do not attempt to travel, even on foot, unless absolutely necessary.
➡ There is a good chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage. Keep an eye on the SSEN Powertrack if you are able - https://powertrack.ssen.co.uk/powertrack
➡ We will continue to update our social media channels and partners as we get updates on any potential service disruption.
➡ If you are able to, and it is safe to do so, please check on your friends and neighbours before the new warning comes into place.
NHS Grampian Aberdeenshire Council

Met Office: https://weather.metoffice.gov.uk/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings #?date=2026-01-06&id=fdec40f2-9a19-43ea-ad47-097f0d87e3fb

06/01/2026

Good morning
Due to the ongoing adverse weather conditions, amber weather alerts & school closures, we have reduced staffing levels again today and therefore we will be providing a reduced service - if you feel your condition is urgent pls call 0345 337 1150 however if non-urgent pls try later in the week, your understanding is much appreciated.

05/01/2026

Good morning
Due to many staff living in outlying areas and school closures we do have reduced staffing levels today and therefore we will be providing a reduced service - if you feel your condition is urgent pls call 0345 337 1150 however if non-urgent pls try later in the week, your understanding is much appreciated.
Please see update from NHS Grampian as below.

19/12/2025

** Festive Period Practice Opening Hours **
Monday 22nd December 8am-6pm
Tuesday 23rd December 8am-6pm
Wednesday 24th December 8am-6pm
Thursday 25th December - CLOSED
Friday 26th December - CLOSED
Monday 29th December - 8am-6pm
Tuesday 30th December - 8am-6pm
Wednesday 31st December - 8am-6pm
Thursday 1st January - CLOSED
Friday 2nd January - CLOSED
Monday 5th January - SURGERY RE-OPENS

Please ensure that you have sufficient medication, but refrain from over ordering.

While we are closed, urgent medical help can be obtained by calling NHS24 on 111. Visit https://www.nhsinform.scot/ for self help information and guidance.
For life threatening emergency , please call 999 without delay.

On behalf of the entire Practice Team, we would like to wish our patients a very Merry Christmas 🎄& a healthy, happy 2026.

NHS inform is Scotland's national health information service helping the people in Scotland to make informed decisions about their own health and the health of the people they care for

04/12/2025

We hope you find this local video helpful in explaining how a day in a GP practice works & why the way we all do things has changed over recent years. Please share.

Discover the vital roles and teamwork that keep a GP Practice running smoothly. This video offers a behind-the-scenes look at the people, services, and daily...

06/11/2025

*Notice to Patients of Ellon Medical Practice*

Due to unexpected & ongoing absence within the practice clinical team, we are currently working with less routine triage appointment capacity on a daily basis.

Telephone lines are still open from 8.30am each day & the telephone message updates when all routine triage appointments have been booked. At this point, if your condition is medically urgent, please stay on the line & an admin staff member will assist. If your condition is non-urgent, please call back the next working day. Practice Nurse & Phlebotomy appointments are running as normal.

We fully appreciate this reduced routine appointment availability causes patient frustration & calling back the next working day can be challenging. However triaging all requests for consultations remains the only safe way for clinicians to ensure that they are able to help the patients who are in the most clinical need.

We are actively seeking a locum GP to help during this time & are also advertising for a permanent salaried GP post to strengthen the clinical team here at Ellon.

We appreciate your understanding & please be assured we are doing all we can to alleviate the pressure & will return to normal capacity as soon as we are able.

GP Partners
Ellon Group Practice

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17/10/2025

PATIENT NOTICE: EMERGENCY SERVICE ONLY 17.10.25
Due to unavoidable absence within the GP Team, we are running an emergency only service today.
Therefore if your condition is non-urgent , please contact the surgery on the next working day. If you condition is medically urgent , please call the surgery , choose Option 2 & an admin team member will assist with your call.

Please note : Pre-booked Practice Nurse, Health Care Support Worker/Phlebotomy/Spirometry & Cervical Smear appts will continue as normal. Telephone reviews for Hypertension & Diabetes will also go ahead.

We appreciate your understanding today.

17/07/2025

Adult weight management programmes. Please see information below from NHS Grampian.

Local partners in Sport and Leisure across Grampian offer a combined physical activity and nutrition education and support programme to people who meet the following criteria:
• Those 18 years of age or over
• With a BMI of 25 – 37.9 (or a BMI of over 23 for some minority ethnic groups)
• Who are ready to make a change

People can self-refer, or health care professionals can refer patients directly themselves. Further information can be found via this link:
Adult Weight Management Programme across NHS Grampian

NHS Grampian have partnered with the Sport and Leisure Providers in all 3 Health and Social Care Partnerships to provide Counterweight Core, a a 12-month programme of support which starts with a 13-we

02/05/2025

Did you know that long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) methods like the implant, IUD, and IUS are offered free on the NHS in the UK? These methods are highly effective and require no daily action by the user once they are in place, making them a popular choice for those seeking reliable, long-term contraception.

Here's a more detailed look at LARC methods currently available at Ellon Group Practice:

Contraceptive Implant:
A small, flexible rod inserted under the skin of the upper arm, releasing progestogen to prevent pregnancy for up to 3 years.

Intrauterine Device (IUD):
A small T-shaped device inserted into the womb, often made of copper, which prevents s***m from reaching an egg for up to 10 years.

Intrauterine System (IUS):
A type of IUD that releases progestogen, which can be used for up to 8 years for contraception or 5 years as part of HRT. The alternative hormonal Kyleena coil lasts up to 5 years.

Contraceptive Injection:
A progestogen hormone injection that lasts between 8 and 13 weeks depending on the specific type.

Find out about the different methods of contraception, how to use it, where to get it and which is right for you

01/05/2025

*Public Holiday Information*:
Please note that the practice will be closed on Monday 5th May 2025 for Mayday public holiday. Should you require urgent medical advice when the practice is closed, please call NHS24 on 111. We will reopen on Tuesday 6th May as normal. Please share.
Kind Regards