Finney Lane Surgery

28/01/2026

We’re pleased to let our patients know that you can now self‑refer directly to a range of pharmacy services through our website via the Local Services section here: https://www.patienttriage.co.uk/finney-lane-surgery

This allows you to quickly access expert help from your community pharmacy without needing to contact the surgery first, helping you receive timely care and reducing waiting times.

🌟 Did you know…?
Your community pharmacy can provide prescription medicines for some minor conditions under the Pharmacy First Service.
Pharmacists can often support you without an appointment, and most pharmacies have private consultation rooms so you can discuss concerns confidentially. Pharmacists are highly trained health professionals who can provide expert advice and treatment for a wide range of common illnesses.

Conditions pharmacies can help with include:
• Earache (aged 1–17 years)
• Impetigo (aged 1 year and over)
• Infected insect bites (aged 1 year and over)
• Shingles (aged 18 years and over)
• Sinusitis (aged 12 years and over)
• Sore throats (aged 5 years and over)
• Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) in women (aged 16–64 years)

🩺 You can now self‑refer for the following pharmacy services:
• Blood Pressure Check
• Ambulatory Blood Pressure Check
• Pharmacy First – Clinical Pathways and Minor Illnesses
• Contraception Service

To use these services, simply visit the Local Services section on our website and follow the self‑referral links.

13/01/2026

📢 January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month!

This month we’re raising awareness about cervical cancer prevention, early detection, and symptoms.
✅ HPV Vaccine – Offered to children aged 12–13, it helps protect against cervical cancer.
✅ Cervical Screening – If you’re aged 25–64, book your smear test when invited. It’s quick, simple, and saves lives.
Symptoms to watch for:

▪️Unusual vaginal bleeding (during/after s*x, between periods, after menopause, or heavier periods than usual)
▪️Pain during intimacy
▪️Pain in your lower back, pelvis, or lower tummy

If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your GP immediately.

If you’re overdue for your cervical screening, please book your appointment today.

👉 Learn more: www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-screening

Find out about the NHS cervical screening programme, including when it's offered, how to book, what happens at your appointment, getting your results and how it can help protect you from cervical cancer.

09/01/2026

🎄December Feedback🎅

Thank you so much to all our patients for all the feedback you have given us throughout 2025. We will continue to provide you with the best services.

Here is some amazing feedback from our patients from December😊

“Dr Allen is very kind, supporting and good doctor indeed”

“Managed to get an appointment same day and received good care"

“Excellent service. Very professional service”

“I just wanted to express my sincere thanks for the outstanding menopause support you offer, particularly through Dr Navani’s clinic”

“Sister Keating is always very pleasant and efficient”

“I was very happy with my first appointment after moving. The doctor and the receptionists were very kind and treated me with hospitality”

“Great receptionist and friendly staff who all ways work hard and listen to what you have to say”

22/12/2025

⭐Christmas Pharmacy Reminder⭐

REMINDER: Over the Christmas period, our 48 hour processing time will remain the same. However, each pharmacy may have their own turnaround times for making up your prescription😊

Please remember to check pharmacy opening times over Christmas as they may differ on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year's Day. To find an open pharmacy near you, click this link: https://gmintegratedcare.org.uk/bankholidaypharmacy/

For further information, please check out our primary care booklet, which can help you get to know where to go. It gives an overview of primary care services, what illnesses or health problems they can help with and how to access them, making it easier to choose the right service for you. To download it, search ‘NHS GM primary care booklet’.

Find the Bank Holiday opening times of a pharmacy near you in Greater Manchester.

17/12/2025

Reminder About Prescriptions📝

Please note that over the Christmas period, our 48 hour processing time will remain the same😊

However, each pharmacy may have their own turnaround times for making up your prescription📗

Please check your local pharmacies opening hours as they may differ on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year's Day. To find an open pharmacy near you, click this link:

Find the Bank Holiday opening times of a pharmacy near you in Greater Manchester.

17/12/2025

Services Available In The Festive Season🎅

Many illnesses and minor injuries don’t always require a GP.

Pharmacists, mental health support, urgent eyecare and dental services are examples of some other healthcare professionals that can lend a helping hand over Christmas❤️

Here is how to book:
🪥Urgent dental care service: 0333 332 3800
👁️Urgent eyecare service: Search 'primary eyecare NHS GM' to book an assessment
💚Urgent mental health support: Call NHS 111, select the mental health option (this service is 24 hours!!) OR search 'Kooth' or 'Qwell' to find free, safe and anonymous support

Some local pharmacies will have different opening hours on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year's Day. To find an open pharmacy near you, click this link: https://gmintegratedcare.org.uk/bankholidaypharmacy/

For further information, please check out our primary care booklet, which can help you get to know where to go. It gives an overview of primary care services, what illnesses or health problems they can help with and how to access them, making it easier to choose the right service for you. To download it, search ‘NHS GM primary care booklet’.

15/12/2025

With so much going on in the run up to the Christmas and New Year period, it’s easy to forget the smaller things like making sure your medicine cabinet is well stocked, your repeat prescriptions are ordered in good time and you know your local pharmacy opening hours. We’re urging everyone to not leave it too late ahead of the upcoming bank holidays.

The NHS 111 phone service sees a huge increase in people getting in touch about repeat prescriptions at this time of year. Plan ahead and make sure 111 is left free for those who need it most by using the NHS app to order your repeat prescriptions.

Unfortunately, getting poorly over the festive season happens and it can be difficult to know where to go for advice. It’s important to remember that our NHS services are still open to help you. Whether it’s advice for coughs and colds, tummy troubles, dental or eyecare – your NHS is there for you. Our primary care booklet can help you get to know where to go. It gives an overview of primary care services, what illnesses or health problems they can help with and how to access them. This makes it easier to choose the right service for you. To download it, search ‘NHS GM primary care booklet’.

Some people also find this time of year extra challenging when it comes to their mental health and may need help and support. Don’t let things get on top of you this Christmas – help us to help you and your family stay healthy and well whilst enjoying all the festive celebrations! For more information, please visit www.gmintegratedcare.org.uk/GTKWTG

11/12/2025

🤎Friends & Family Feedback November🍂

Thank you to everyone who completed the Friends & Family Questionnaire🩶

Here is some lovely feedback we have received throughout November😊

“Kate Walsh is a credit to the practice"

“Always a very helpful and friendly staff”

“The doctor was very informative and very understanding”

“Dr Bradley is fantastic-so thorough and listens, ask questions and reassures all so efficiently”

“Dr Allan was wonderful as she listened to my concerns & even looked at something which I forgot to mention whilst booking my appointment”

“First class service"

“Appointment exactly on time”

“The nurse I saw was friendly and efficient”

“The doctor dealt with my problem in a very professional manner”

18/11/2025

💙Here are some of our lovely staff wearing blue to raise awareness for World Antimicrobial Resistance Week!!💙

18/11/2025

💙🔹🔵 This week (18th-24th November) Finney Lane Surgery is participating in World Antimicrobial resistance Awareness Week (WAAW) by wearing blue.

The dangers of antibiotics stopping working for infections is very real and we are all responsible for only using them when necessary.

We're aware there are lots of coughs, colds and tummy bugs in the community at the moment.

We'd like to share some helpful information how to look after yourselves with these illnesses and when to seek help from local health professionals.

For more information, please visit:
https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-amr-awareness-week/2025

💙🔹🔵

13/11/2025

Thank you so much to all our patients who completed the Friends & Family Questionnaire❤️

Family & Friends Feedback We Have Received Throughout October🎃

“Dr Griffiths was very thorough in my examination and diagnosed the problem within a few minutes. She is a very nice person, making every visit to the surgery a pleasant experience”

“Nurse Faye was very thorough, professional and had a lovely manner”

“Appointment on time, very helpful and friendly”

“Dr Allen was very helpful and understanding”

“The physiotherapist was helpful and understanding”

“I saw Cat Mason who was very attentive and very helpful and professional”

“Prompt service by the receptionist”

“Reception always very good on the front desk and over the telephone”

“It was a friendly and efficient experience”

12/11/2025

Please note our practice will be closed between 1 and 2pm today for essential staff training.

However, if you need urgent medical help 1 and 2pm, please call the normal surgery number 0161 983 9000 and you will be directed to Mastercall, our out of hours provider.

In an emergency, always call 999.

The practice will be back open as normal from 2pm.

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.

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