Wrekenton Medical Group

23/12/2025

Don't want to talk to someone for help? Then text instead

Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed?😟

Talk silently and anonymously to a mental health professional by texting the word ‘CALMER’ to 85258.

📲We’re pleased to be working with Shout to offer free, confidential support by text message, 24/7.

23/12/2025

Happy holidays from all of the team at the practice.

17/12/2025

Our phone line will be closed today between 1245 and 1345 so we can have one last lunch to say fond farewell to the great GP Dr V Kaura
Ring 999 for emergencies. Anything really urgent while we are closed can still ring us

16/12/2025

If you need to talk...

Sometimes all the extra pressure at this time of year makes things feel even heavier, especially if you’re already having a tough time. We’re here if you need us. 116 123 📱

16/12/2025

Some information regarding our service (this is from recent comments on facebook)

1) Our waiting list – we know we cannot please everyone, but this was created in an aid to stop patients from having to ring up regularly for routine appointments (previously, we used to say, the appointments are not on yet so try ringing back in XX days or weeks). This is new and we will keep try...

11/12/2025

Over 65? Have a long term condition? Pregnant? Under 18? Carer? Immunosuppressed? Registered patients of ours can walk in to our practice when we are open to be vaccinated

11/12/2025

Flu is definitely here and hospitals are struggling. If eligible, PLEASE come to the practice anytime from 0800 to 1800 Monday to Friday(no appointment needes) and we will give you the vaccine ASAP. Help protect yourself and your loved ones. We have limited vaccines left now so come before we run out.

Come and pop in for a flu jab if eligible. Help protect yourself and your loved ones. We are available from 8am to 6pm.

10/12/2025

We’re pleased to announce the next date for our PCN monthly menopause support group: Tuesday, 6th January, from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm.

Once again, the sessions will be nurse-led and supported by our social prescribers, offering a safe and welcoming space for patients within the Central South population to receive support, guidance, and education around menopause and wellbeing.

The session will take place at:
Easington Communal Lounge
(Adjacent to Wrekenton Medical Group car park, NE9 7LH)

Tickets are free, booking simply helps us keep track of numbers.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/menopause-support-group-gateshead-central-south-primary-care-network-tickets-1967602334549?aff=oddtdtcreator

27/11/2025

Our prescription ordering line will reduce from 10am until 4pm to 1pm until 4pm on 1st December. Please order using the app, email nencicb-ng.a85016.prescriptions@nhs.net where possible

19/11/2025

Information as it gets colder to all COPD patients.

It’s World COPD Day.

Colder weather can cause breathing problems if you have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Make sure you know how to look after yourself or someone else living with COPD.

➡️ https://nhs.uk/conditions/chronic-obstructive-pulmonary-disease-copd/

18/11/2025

Retirement news: After 30 odd years of dedication, Dr V Kaura has decided to retire and enjoy family time (especially with his grandchildren). His last official day is Wednesday 17th December 2025. He has been great though all of the NHS changes and we wish him the healthiest and happiest retirement. What a scholar and a gent (and a great GP). Thank you Dr Kaura. PS. Dr Kaura is on the right in this picture taken outside the croft where it all started for him.

16/11/2025

Get seen quickly for some minor ailments...

Pharmacists can help with a range of health concerns, from minor illnesses to repeat prescriptions