Inverkeithing Medical Group

26/09/2025

You may have heard in the news about some concerns raised in the USA about taking paracetamol while pregnant.

The stance from the UK Government is that taking paracetamol remains safe and is recommended.

Please read the information on this link if you want to know more

Patients should be reminded and reassured that there is no evidence that taking paracetamol during pregnancy causes autism in children. Paracetamol is recommended as the first-choice pain reliever for pregnant women, used at the lowest dose and for the shortest duration. It also acts as an antipyret...

24/09/2025

Please note that TODAY 24th September between 11am and 1pm there is maintenance work happening to the phone lines at the surgery

This may mean calls dropping out or less lines available.

Please accept our apologies for this- but it is outwith our control and has been scheduled to minimise those trying to call in for emergency triage

16/09/2025

Further information about practice closure on THURSDAY 18th September from 1pm

GP practices in Fife are taking part in a Protected Learning Time session on Thursday 18 September between 1pm and 6pm.

Practices take part in a number of sessions throughout the year to allow staff to access training. During this time:

▶️ patients requiring urgent care should call: 01592 729 250
▶️ those with appointments should attend unless advised otherwise
▶️ pharmacies should call: 01592 729250 for urgent enquiries

Access to urgent care for patients of surgeries taking part will continue throughout this time. GP surgeries will resume their usual working hours again on Friday 19 September.

More: https://brnw.ch/21wVFeN

15/09/2025

The public are being given the opportunity to thank a nurse or nursing support worker who has gone the extra mile in providing care for our patients or their loved ones.

Nominations can be made at the link below

Adult Nursing Award - Nurse of the Year Awards 2026 | Royal College of Nursing Scotland

11/09/2025

Temporary Closure Notice (Staff Training)

When - Thursday 18 September 2025 (1pm to 6pm)

For urgent medical advice during this time, please call 01592 729250

02/09/2025

🚨 the road to the carpark to at Inverkeithing Surgery is currently CLOSED 🚨

There is parking on the high street and at the civic centre

Please allow more time to get to appointments

25/08/2025

What if a conversation could save a life?

Su***de is a topic that makes many of us nervous; it can feel like the hardest thing in the world.

Su***de Prevention Scotland's new campaign is about normalising the idea of talking about su***de - and giving people the confidence to do so.

Our event for people bereaved by su***de will take place in Edinburgh in September. Learn more and book your place - click here.

25/08/2025

Aberdeen University Medical Student Placement (1 Sep - 17 Oct 25)

We're thrilled to welcome a final-year medical student to the team at Inverkeithing Medical Group! Now in their fifth year of training, they’ve spent countless hours in lectures, labs, and clinical placements, building the skills and knowledge needed to become a capable doctor.

During their time with us, they'll be gaining hands-on experience in general practice—consulting with patients, learning from our clinicians, and contributing to the care we provide every day. It's a vital part of their journey, and we're proud to support the next generation of healthcare professionals.

After five years of intense study, clinical placements, and exams, they’re just months away from graduating and earning the title of Doctor.

If you are offered and accept an appointment with our student, they will all be supervised by one of our own GPs.

11/08/2025

Due to an upcoming retirement, we are looking for a new receptionist to join our team.

For further information, please see the link below and share where you can

https://practice.jobs.nhs.scot/jobdetailpage/?id=11477

06/08/2025

Caring for those with dementia can be stressful. For those who have friends or family at risk of wandering please see this FREE initiative between Police Scotland and Alzheimer’s Scotland

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CV5uJyLAX/?mibextid=wwXIfr

We’re proud to launch SafeConnect in partnership with Police Scotland – a new safeguarding initiative to support people with dementia who may be at risk of going missing.

The SafeConnect fob is a small, yellow device that can be carried or attached to clothing. It holds secure emergency contact details and can be scanned with a smartphone using Near Field Communication (NFC) to help quickly reunite someone with their loved ones or carers.

After a successful pilot in Argyll & Bute and West Dunbartonshire, we're now rolling out SafeConnect fobs free of charge to anyone living with dementia across Scotland.

To request a free SafeConnect set-up pack or learn more about the initiative, please visit our website - www.alzscot.org/safeconnect-request/

05/08/2025

📢 Important Update:

Appointment Requests Are Changing – From 1 September 2025

We have listened to your feedback about the challenges faced in contacting the Practice to arrange urgent same day appointments.

To help us better support our patients, we’re changing how ROUTINE appointments are booked.

🕗 Urgent (same day triage) appointments – Call from 8:30am
📞 Routine (non-urgent) appointments – Call from 10am

What's changing:
✅ Routine appointment requests can only be made after 10am
✅ Gives patients easier access for urgent same-day care
✅ Less pressure to call early for routine issues
✅ More routine appointments available within 2 weeks

💡 What’s the difference?

Triage appointments are designed for urgent concerns that need prompt attention—things that can't safely wait

Routine appointments are for non-urgent matters such as follow-ups, long-term condition reviews, medication reviews, and ongoing health concerns.

By choosing the right type of appointment, you help us care for everyone more effectively

Thank you for helping us keep our community healthy and supported! 🤝

24/07/2025

Spam NHS Text Messages

Please be aware of some spam text messages circulating - particularly one looking like they are from NHS Lothian asking you to input codes to access information.

Please note, any text message sent from the Practice will show as coming from NHS Scotland and we will never ask for a code to retrieve any information