Greensward Surgery

18/03/2026

📣Our PCN is running a Women's Health Event - see below for details:

11/03/2026

If you need a Pharmacy during the upcoming Easter break please see details of opening hours over the Bank Holidays:

10/03/2026

We are delighted to confirm 2026 dates for our Support Group meetings, with some evening meetings added to the schedule for those who are unable to make it during the day. Please visit our website to see the full schedule, and if you'd like to hear from some members of the group, you can still listen to the Healthwatch Essex Hidden Voices podcast.

💛 www.rayleighanddistrictpcn.nhs.uk/endometriosis

12/02/2026

Want to order a Repeat Prescription?

Have you tried using the NHS app? It's quick and easy to order what you need, when you need it. Requests via the app come straight to us at the Surgery, they are processed within 72 hours and sent directly to your chosen Pharmacy for you to collect.

Watch this video to find out how:
https://youtu.be/8Hsk_grMPHE

Download the app to your smartphone or tablet and give it a go!

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

09/01/2026

*update 08:27am*
Phones are working again. Again, we do apologise for any inconvenience.

*09/01/2025 - TELEPHONE FAULT*
We are aware of a fault on the line this morning and we working with our Phone Provider to urgently have this rectified.
We apologise for any inconvenience.

06/01/2026

'DID NOT ATTEND' APPOINTMENTS

In 2025 we had a staggering 809 appointments booked by patients and not attended.

In some cases these were 'same day' appointments.

This is an average of 15.5 appointments per week - appointments which could have been offered to other patients in need.

We understand emergencies happen, but PLEASE, if you know you will be unable to attend your appointment, let us know with as much notice as possible so we can offer the appointment to someone else.

Things you can do to help:
📱Ensure your mobile number is up to date so you can receive text reminders
❎Cancel in good time if you cant make it - by text or phone (01702 202353)
📆Download the NHS app so you can see your booked appointments.
🛎️Set a reminder on your phone or smart speaker

Disappointingly, in the first 2 working days of 2026, we have already had 4 appointments booked and not attended.

Please help us to help you! Spread the word to your friends and family who are registered with us!

And remember general health advice is available at nhs.uk and think 'Pharmacy First'

Find information and services to help you manage your health.

31/12/2025

02/12/2025

Would the owner of this van kindly move it from the Greensward Surgery carpark? We have limited patient car parking and your van is currently parked across two spaces! Thank you

08/10/2025

*UPDATE 08:22am* phones are working again - apologies for the blip.

*Wednesday 08 October 2025 - 08:17am* We have a fault with our phones this morning. We are urgently seeking to resolve this and apologise for any inconvenience. Please visit our website: greenswardsurgery.com to complete an eConsult if you are able to. The phone service seems to be intermittent.
We sincerely apologise for this disruption in service - our phone provider is aware and looking in to it.

05/09/2025

*FLU VACCINE*

Good afternoon all,
We have just sent messages to all of our eligible patients inviting you to self-book for your flu vaccination this year. Clinics commence on the 4th October.

Please do follow the link to book your appointment. If you have the NHS app, you should be directed to book this via the App in the first instance.

If you do not have the NHS app installed yet, please consider downloading it from the Apple App/Google Play store or by visiting: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

The app also allows you to:
- order repeat prescriptions
- View and manage hospital referrals and appointments
- View your GP Health Record
- Access Health Advice

Download the NHS App, or open the NHS website in a web browser, to set up and log in to your NHS account. Owned and run by the NHS, your NHS account is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services online.

01/09/2025

🥳 CONGRATULATIONS, NURSE JANICE5️⃣0️⃣ YEARS OF NURSING🥳

Many of you will know our fabulous Practice Nurse, Janice, as she has treated generations of Hockley families.

Today, Janice celebrates 50 years since qualifying as a Nurse, and she has spent 40 of those years with us at Greensward Surgery. I'm sure you will agree that we are truly honoured to have such dedication.

Congratulations, Janice!

Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System

24/06/2025

Another great reason to download the NHS app...go to: nhs.uk/nhs-app and remember switch notifications ON!