Modality East Surrey Medical Practice - Birchwood

06/05/2026

Wayside Medical Practice Merger Update.

We are pleased to inform you that Wayside Surgery and Modality East Surrey Medical Practice are formally completing their practice merger.

Both practices have worked collaboratively for several years, and Doctor Williamson has been part of the Modality partnership since October 2025.

This next stage represents the final step in bringing both practices together, with the formal merging of our clinical computer systems beginning on Friday 15th May 2026.
Please note: Wayside Surgery will be operating with reduced services from the afternoon of Friday 15th May 2026, with services expected to resume as normal from 10:00am on Tuesday 19th May 2026.

If you require an urgent on the day appointment during this time, please call 01293 782057. For emergencies, call 999.
Following this transition, our new overall practice group name will be Modality East Surrey Medical Practice.

Birchwood Patients - The temporary service disruption outlined above applies only to patients registered with Wayside Surgery. Services for patients who are not registered with Wayside Surgery will continue as normal and will not be affected during this period.

We thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support during this important transition.

30/04/2026

23/04/2026

Modality East Surrey Patient Update

We are continuing to experience disruption due to ongoing IT system issues, which may affect some of our services.

We would like to thank all our patients for their perseverence and understanding. We know delays to appointments, prescriptions, and queries can be frustrating, and we truly appreciate your support.

Our practice teams are working extremely hard to provide safe care and keep services running despite these challenges. Please be kind and respectful to our staff, they are doing their very best under difficult circumstances.

We will continue to share updates as the situation improves. Thank you again for your continued patience.

For more information, visit:

The NHS asks patients to "bear with practice staff who are doing their best" amid tech problems.

23/04/2026

Modality East Surrey Medical Practice in March
Here's what we got up to last month....

09/04/2026

Horley Children's Wellbeing Service: Sign up for Sleep Matters

Please see below for details on the sessions, aimed to support children and young people with their sleep hygiene and give practical ideas and tips to encourage a good night's rest.

Information:
👤: All children aged 8 - 18
📍: This online session is held via Microsoft Teams - you will need a device to access it e.g. mobile phone, tablet or computer
⏰ : The session is a single session and is 45 minutes long
🔁: Sessions usually occur monthly, apart from in school holidays when dates may vary.

Further information, including dates and sign up form can be found here: https://forms.gle/4tRyGbXdG5q35XB99

08/04/2026

Modality East Surrey Newsletter - April 2026
Please use the link below to view the latest Modality East Surrey Newsletter.

Modality East Surrey Medical Practice website by Livi

02/04/2026

This World Autism Awareness Day, we’re raising awareness, promoting acceptance, and celebrating difference.

Autism is a spectrum, and every individual experiences the world in their own unique way. By increasing understanding, acceptance, and inclusion, we can help ensure everyone feels seen, heard, and valued.

30/03/2026

Easter Opening Hours & Information
Please be aware that the Practice will be closed on both Friday 3rd April and Monday 6th April for the Easter Bank Holiday weekend.

We will reopen at the usual time of 8:30am on Tuesday 7th April.

If you require urgent medical advice whilst we are closed please call 111, or in an emergency phone 999.

25/03/2026

Modality East Surrey Medical Practice in February
Here's what we got up to last month....

19/03/2026

Meningitis Cases in Kent – Important Patient Information
We understand that hearing about meningitis can be worrying. Cases linked to Kent are currently localised and being managed by health teams.

✔️ Key things to know:
There are no changes to the vaccine programme
Most young people already have protection from routine vaccines
Close contacts will be contacted directly – no need to request antibiotics

⚠️ Know the symptoms – act fast:
Rash that doesn’t fade
High temperature
Severe headache, stiff neck, vomiting
Cold hands/feet or confusion

📞 Helpline (UKHSA):
For people who believe they have been in contact with a confirmed case (and have no symptoms)
Call 0344 225 3861 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm)

👉 Please read our full patient information leaflet for more details:

09/03/2026

March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, but finding it early can make a real difference. If you’re over 50 or over 45 and at higher risk, please contact your GP to book your prostate cancer screening.

You may also be at higher risk if you are Black or have a family history of prostate cancer.

Let’s keep the conversation going, reduce stigma, and seek advice.