Stainland Road Medical Centre

02/09/2025

🩺 If you are due a flu vaccine then we have already purchased yours. Please come to Stainland Road for your vaccine to ensure the NHS does not incur any wastage from unused vaccines.

✅We will aim to offer your Covid-19 vaccine during the same appointment if you're aged 75yrs or older, where vaccine supply allows.

19/08/2025

We will be closed on Monday 25th August for the Bank Holiday🌞
If you require medical attention please contact NHS 111.

🌞UPCOMING BANK HOLIDAY CLOSURE

Please note, our practices will be closed for the Bank Holiday on Monday 25th August. If you require medical attention during the closure please contact NHS 111.

All our practices will re-open on Tuesday 26th August at 8:00am.

Bankfield Surgery
Brig Royd Surgery
Stainland Road Medical Centre
Station Road Surgery Sowerby Bridge

14/08/2025

✉️Invitations for Cervical Screening are going digital!
You can receive them via the NHS App! You can find more about the NHS app here by clicking here: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/nhs-app-help-and-support/getting-started-with-the-nhs-app/

❗️Don't worry if you can't receive text messages, or don't have the NHS App - you will still receive a paper letter as a back up!

05/08/2025

🎉 Thank You! 🎉

A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to complete our Friends & Family feedback throughout July. 💬
We're proud to share that 94% of patients rated their experience as Very Good or Excellent! 🙌
Your feedback helps us grow and improve — we truly appreciate your continued support. 💙

01/08/2025

We are super lucky to have Sandra, an employment specialist at our GP Practice!

💙INTRODUCING SANDRA! 💙

Sandra is our Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Employment Specialist works closely with your GP and healthcare team to help you:
✨Find suitable jobs that match your skills and interests
✨Get the right support to prepare for work, including CV writing and interview practice
✨Stay in your current job by helping manage any health-related challenges at work
✨Access training, benefits advice, and community resources
IPS is tailored to your individual needs, focusing on what matters most to you — your goals and wellbeing.
This service is free, confidential, and designed to empower you to achieve your employment aspirations while managing your health.

Want to learn more, check out our website ➡️ https://www.calderryburnpcn.co.uk/services/individual-placement-support-service/

Your health and your career — supported together. 💙

29/07/2025

🧠💬 Struggling with your mental health? You're not alone — and help is closer than you think.
We have a Mental Health Practitioner based right here at Stainland Road Medical Centre! They're a trained professional who can support you with a range of mental health concerns, such as:
✅ Anxiety and stress
✅ Low mood or depression
✅ Sleep problems
✅ Coping with life changes or loss
✅ Feeling overwhelmed or isolated

📞Contact reception to book directly into an appointment with Carol!

🧠💬 Struggling with your mental health? You're not alone — and help is closer than you think.
We now have a Mental Health Practitioner based at all our member practices. They're a trained professional who can support you with a range of mental health concerns, such as:

✅ Anxiety and stress
✅ Low mood or depression
✅ Sleep problems
✅ Coping with life changes or loss
✅ Feeling overwhelmed or isolated

They work closely with your GP and can offer support, advice, and onward referrals to specialist services if needed — often faster than traditional routes.
You don’t need to struggle in silence. If you’re finding things difficult, ask about seeing our Mental Health Practitioner. We're here to listen, and to help. 💙

📞 Contact reception to find out more or book an appointment.

Bankfield Surgery
Brig Royd Surgery
Stainland Road Medical Centre
Station Road Surgery Sowerby Bridge

25/07/2025

Have you ever wondered why your medication review is with a Clinical Pharmacist?

💊Clinical Pharmacists are EXPERTS in medicines and work within our practice team to ensure all your medicines are working for you.

👩‍⚕️💊 Have you ever wondered why your medication review is with a Clinical Pharmacist?

Clinical Pharmacists are highly trained experts in medicines and play a key role in your healthcare team. They work closely with GPs and other professionals to ensure your medications are safe, effective, and right for you.

Here’s how they can help during a medication review:

✅ Make sure your medicines are working as they should
✅ Check for any side effects or interactions
✅ Support you if you're taking multiple medications
✅ Help you understand your treatment better
✅ Offer advice on managing long-term conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, or asthma

You can ask questions, raise any concerns, and get expert advice—all in one appointment.
💬 Next time you’re booked in with a Clinical Pharmacist, know that you're in great hands!

Bankfield Surgery
Brig Royd Surgery
Stainland Road Medical Centre
Station Road Surgery Sowerby Bridge

22/07/2025

💊Medicines stacking up?

Every year, £18m is lost locally to unused medicines. ⚠️Help stop waste. ⚠️
✅Check before you reorder and only order the medicines you actually need. Leftover and excess medicines should be returned to the pharmacy.

For more information visit wypartnership.co.uk/orderwhatyouneed

21/07/2025

Did you know we have the lovely Lisa at our surgery? You can contact reception to book directly in if you think you would benefit from speaking to her! 😊

🌿 Meet your Social Prescribing Link Workers! 🌿

Did you know we have friendly Link Workers in all of our member practices who can connect you with local community support and activities that improve your health and wellbeing?
💙Whether you’re feeling stressed, lonely, or just want to try something new like a walking group, creative classes, or financial advice, our Link Workers are here to listen and help find the right support for you.

They work alongside your GP to make sure you get more than just medical care — helping you live healthier and happier every day.
If you’d like to find out more, just ask at reception or speak to your GP.
Your health is more than medicine — and we’re here to support you every step of the way! 💙

Bankfield Surgery
Brig Royd Surgery
Stainland Road Medical Centre
Station Road Surgery Sowerby Bridge

21/07/2025

🌟 This summer, Joe Wicks is bringing the energy with a brand-new animated series — Activate! Designed to tackle childhood inactivity, Activate is all about getting kids moving, laughing, and having fun 💪🎉

Each episode is packed with fast, high-energy 5-minute workout challenges that are perfect for keeping kids active and entertained.

🎥 Watch the first episode now on The Body Coach YouTube channel ➡ https://www.youtube.com/thebodycoach1

The Body Coach

20/07/2025

Ever wondered what goes on at Elland Community Hub? Check out what is going on this week!

What is on at the hub this week?

19/07/2025

Did you know we have First Contact Physios who you can see for all your muscle and joint pains?

✨ EVEN BETTER: you don’t need to see a GP first!

🏃‍♀️ Joint or muscle pain? See our First Contact Physiotherapist!
You don’t need to see a GP first — our physio can assess, diagnose, and help manage issues like back pain, sprains, or stiffness.
They are based in your GP Practice - on hand for you to book directly into!

📞Contact reception for faster support!

Bankfield Surgery
Brig Royd Surgery
Stainland Road Medical Centre
Station Road Surgery Sowerby Bridge