Millwood & Falkland Surgeries

15/07/2025

The practice network is down, this means the practice is unable to book appointments via telephone or our website. This is being looked into urgently by the network provider. Other practices in Norfolk and Waveney are also affected.

07/07/2025

Again, we're currently experiencing technical issues with our website. Please accept our apologies if you are having issues accessing the site. This has been reported to our supplier.

04/07/2025

The website is back up, and forms are able to be submitted. We thank you for your patience.

04/07/2025

We're currently experiencing technical issues with our website due to incomplete maintenance last night. This may affect form submissions. Our team is working hard to resolve this as soon as possible.

We appreciate your patience and understanding. Our reception staff are doing their best to answer all calls and assist you with any needs.

23/06/2025

📢 Important Update from Millwood Surgery

Mounjaro (weight loss injections)

We would like to update our patients regarding the availability of Mounjaro (weight loss injection) for weight management.

As of today, GP practices are permitted to prescribe Mounjaro. However, Millwood Surgery is currently unable to offer this treatment. This is because the local NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB) for Norfolk and Waveney has not yet approved the service for GP practices in our area.

If you meet the clinical criteria, you may still be eligible to access Mounjaro through the Tier 3 Weight Management Service, which requires a referral from your GP. Please book a routine appointment if you would like to discuss this further.

📍 For patients with diabetes:
We can consider whether this medication could form part of your treatment plan during your next diabetes review.

Thank you for your understanding and support. We will keep you informed of any further updates.

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18/06/2025

The way in which those who have a cervix are called for cervical screening is changing. This is an important change in the cervical screening programme. If you are unsure about your cervical screening due date or are due cervical screening and have recieved your letter, please let the practice nursing team know. Please note, we are unable to take screens unless you are due and not before. Any concerns should be raised with your GP.

02/06/2025

🔄 Coils – More Than Just Contraception! 🔄

Are you aware that we fit coils at the surgery?

Coils (also known as IUDs) are a fantastic option not only for contraception, but also for managing difficult bleeding and as part of your HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy).

There are different types of coils available, including copper coils, which are completely hormone-free.

👇 Learn more about the common types of coils here:
🔹 Kyleena : https://www.kyleena.co.uk/?utm_medium=Email&utm_source=Approved-email
🔹 Mirena: https://www.mirena.co.uk/?utm_campaign=KAM&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=Approved-email
🔹 NHS Guide to Coils: https://www.nhs.uk/contraception/methods-of-contraception/iud-coil/what-is-it/

📞 Contact the surgery to discuss your options — we’re here to help!

16/05/2025

🌟 Join Us for Carers Week 2025! 🌟

We’re excited to invite you to a free online information session hosted by the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) to mark Carers Week 2025!

🗓 Date: 12 June 2025
💻 Where: Online
🎟 Cost: Free!

If you’re someone with caring responsibilities, this session is for you. We’ll be covering key topics that many carers have questions about, including:

✅ How to make a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) or apply for a deputyship
✅ What the costs are
✅ What it really means to be an attorney or deputy

You’ll hear directly from Ruth Duffin, Public Guardian and Chief Executive, and Andy Tovey, Head of MLPA Business Readiness, who will guide you through everything you need to know.

👉 Register now: https://opgcarersweek2025.eventbrite.co.uk

14/05/2025

REMINDER

📢 **COVID-19 Spring Clinic Announcement** 📢
We are pleased to inform you that our surgery will be holding a COVID-19 Spring Clinic on **Saturday, 7th June 2025**.
This clinic is part of our ongoing commitment to keeping our community safe and healthy.
Eligible patients will receive an invitation via text message or letter in the coming days. We encourage everyone who receives an invitation to book their appointment promptly to ensure they receive their vaccination.

13/05/2025

🧡 Are You a Carer? We're Here for You. 🧡

If you look after a family member, friend, or neighbour who couldn’t manage without your help, you’re a carer—and you deserve support too.

Visit the new Carers section on our website to find:
🔹 Local and national support services
🔹 Information about Carers Matter Norfolk
🔹 How to contact our Carers Lead, Miss Tabitha Reed, for help and advice

📞 Call the surgery and ask for Miss Reed
📧 Or email her directly: nwicb.millwoodcarers@nhs.net

👉 https://millwoodsurgery.co.uk/wellbeing/carers/

If you’d like help navigating support services or just need someone to talk to about your caring role, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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23/04/2025

Message to Our Patients: Farewell to Dr Helen McCall

We would like to let you know that Dr Helen McCall will be leaving Millwood in early June, having decided to step away from her role at the practice.

Dr McCall has been a much-valued member of the Millwood team over many years, first joining us in 2010. After a short time away, she returned in 2016 and has since continued to make a significant contribution to both the practice and the care of our patients.

Throughout her time here, Dr McCall has taken on a number of important roles, particularly in the areas of palliative care and cancer support, and has been involved in shaping how we deliver care to our community.

She will be greatly missed by both colleagues and patients alike, and we know many of you will want to join us in thanking her for her dedication and wishing her all the very best for the future.

https://millwoodsurgery.co.uk/news/farewell-to-dr-helen-mccall/

17/04/2025

📢 **COVID-19 Spring Clinic Announcement** 📢
We are pleased to inform you that our surgery will be holding a COVID-19 Spring Clinic on **Saturday, 7th June 2025**.
This clinic is part of our ongoing commitment to keeping our community safe and healthy.
Eligible patients will receive an invitation via text message or letter in the coming days. We encourage everyone who receives an invitation to book their appointment promptly to ensure they receive their vaccination.