Elswick Family Practice

08/04/2026

Could you help train the healthcare professionals of the future?👨‍⚕️

Newcastle University School of Medicine trains a range of students who will work within our NHS. Our students will become doctors, physician associates and clinical scientists.

The Patients as Partners in Healthcare Education service aims to involve patients and volunteers from across our region. Working with patients and volunteers is a hugely valuable part of our student’s training that helps them to develop excellent communication and examination skills as well as developing their bedside manner

We want to hear from people with lived experience of healthcare or interested volunteers who feel they could support our student’s to develop these important skills.

To find out more, visit our website
https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medicine/engagement/patients-as-partners/

To sign up to the service please contact the Patients as Partners in Healthcare Education Team via telephone or email
Tel: 0191 2085612
Email paphe@ncl.ac.uk

Newcastle medical school trains a range of students who will work in the NHS. This page is for patients and members of the public (volunteers) who want to get involved in the training of our students.

20/03/2026

Happy Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating.
May this beautiful occasion bring peace, happiness, and countless blessings to you an your loved ones.

From all the team at Elswick❤

19/03/2026

Lymphoedema mostly affects the arms or legs and is a build up of lymph fluid resulting in swelling, caused by cancer treatment or the cancer itself. There is no cure, but it can be well managed and there are several things you can do to lower your risk of it happening. Find out more from here 👉 bit.ly/4k9yFJ7

19/03/2026

📢‼The surgery will be closed this afternoon from 12:00pm for staff training.
Our phone lines and doors will re-open at 8am TOMORROW 20th March.

While we are closed:
If you need medical advice, please call 111.
In the event of an emergency, please call 999.
Thank you all 😊

16/03/2026

Kidney cancers don't always cause symptoms. The most common ones are blood in your p*e and pain in your lower back or sides. But these can be symptoms of more common conditions, so it's important to know when to visit your GP.
Find out more from 👉 rebrand.ly/xfoufkh

11/03/2026

1 in 8 men will get prostate cancer. That could be a dad, uncle, brother, partner or best mate. Share online risk checker with them now ➡️ bit.ly/3gUpVab

It only takes seconds to complete and might just save their life.

11/03/2026

Thinking of quitting smoking? Giving up is one of the best things you'll ever do for your health. The power is literally in your hand… download the free NHS Quit Smoking app today for all the help and support you'll need🚭

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/quit-smoking/nhs-stop-smoking-services-help-you-quit/

09/03/2026

Headaches can be a symptom of a brain tumour, but on their own they’re unlikely to be the cause. Knowing the early warning signs matters. share when adults should visit their GP 👉 bit.ly/3YRqrdy

06/03/2026

If you're experiencing the symptoms of ovarian cancer more than 12 times a month - bloated tummy, always feeling full, tummy pain and needing to wee more - you should visit your GP. Find out more from ovacome.org.uk/symptoms

25/02/2026

Request your repeat prescription quicker than you can say it. When it suits you.

You can do more with the NHS App than you realise. Discover what else you can do today.

📱Tap the NHS App
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/setting-up/

24/02/2026

It is Eating Disorder Awareness Week

Eating disorders can affect anyone, at any age, and are serious mental health conditions — but support and recovery are possible.

If you or someone you know is struggling with eating, body image, or food-related anxiety, please remember you are not alone. Reaching out for help is an important first step.

Our practice is here to listen and support you. You can contact us to speak confidentially with a member of the team, or access specialist help through local and national services.💜

https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/

Struggling with an eating disorder? Caring for someone who is? Beat is here to support you.

17/02/2026

🌙 Ramadan Mubarak from Elswick Family Practice🌙

As Ramadan begins, we would like to wish all our patients, staff, and members of the community a peaceful and blessed month.

Ramadan is a special time of reflection, prayer, and fasting for many. If you are fasting and have any health concerns — particularly if you have long-term conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or are taking regular medication — please do not hesitate to contact us for advice and support.

Wishing you and your families a safe, healthy, and rewarding Ramadan.

Ramadan Kareem from the team at Elswick Family Practice ❤