Newent Doctors Practice

Newent Doctors Practice The doctors and staff at Newent Doctors Practice are proud to offer high quality, patient-centred healthcare.

January is the Cervical Screening Month, where the NHS will focus campaigns and resources to increasing awareness, knowl...
22/01/2026

January is the Cervical Screening Month, where the NHS will focus campaigns and resources to increasing awareness, knowledge and engagement with the Cervical Screening programme. This programme is vital in reducing the deaths from Cervical cancer by identifying the cancer-causing HPV (Human Papillomavirus) virus early, when it is the best time to act.

So why is this important?

Cervical Cancer causes the deaths of approximately 685 deaths in England a year, with over 99% of cases cause by the HPV virus, something that does not have any symptoms. On the 15th of November 2023, NHS England outlined its ambition to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040, with a target of 90% of girls fully vaccinated for HPV at the age of 15, 70% of women screen by 35 and again by 45, and 90% of women identified with cervical disease treated- all by 2030.

A Cervical Smear explained:

Cervical screening involves taking a sample of cells from your cervix to be tested. This is done by a trained medical professional, who will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have before, during or after the consultation. The actual taking of the cells involves a speculum being used, and a small, soft brush to gather the necessary cells. The procedure can be uncomfortable, but we will endeavour to make it as painless and easy as possible for you. The appointment comes is a 20-minute slot, however you should not be alarmed if you are in and out quicker than this, as some time is given over for the clinician to complete the recording of your screening.

We don’t want anyone to feel pressured in to having a smear when they aren’t ready. If you feel the time isn’t right, speak to your clinician and know you can ask to stop at any time.

Trans & Non-binary Update

Since 1st April 2025, trans-men and non-binary people with a cervix that are not registered as female at their GP practice can opt-in to the programme and receive an automatic invitation for screening. This can be organised by contacting the practice, and we will work with the Cervical Screening Management System (CSMS) and Cervical Screening Administration Service (CSAS) to include opting-in patients.

If you are invited for your cervical screening, please check online to book an appointment with one of our nurses or call reception to book. Together, we can help save the lives of so many people, before it's too late.

21/01/2026

Our 3rd quarterly PPG Newsletter has been released and is available on our website for all patients. Please visit use the link below:

21/01/2026

We are still looking to improve the DNA rate at the practice, however it is worth noting that last week we achieved a successful appointment attendance rate of 98%, out of a total of 1916 appointments booked. The week before, we hit an attendance rate of 96.8%, from 1919 booked appointments. Thank you to all our patients that arrived for their appointments, and to those who let us know they couldn't make it before hand.

Please join us at the Apperley Village Hall on Tuesday 27th January, from 10:30-12:30, for guidance and support using th...
15/01/2026

Please join us at the Apperley Village Hall on Tuesday 27th January, from 10:30-12:30, for guidance and support using the NHS app

06/01/2026

In 2025 Newent Doctors Practice aimed to reduce the DNA rate of appointments through engagement with our patients on the impact DNA's have, detailing the rates of missed appointments and keeping our patients updated with means to help reduce the DNA rate. In light of this, we have conducted a review of our appointments from 2025.

From January to December, we have had an attended appointment rate of 97.3%. Out of the total 86,633 appointments offered, this equates to 84,336 appointments attended. We would like to extend our thanks to the patients who came to their appointments, especially when it is difficult, or informed us that they would not be able to attend.
This attendance rate is higher than national averages, and we will continue to work with out patients to ensure this level is maintained, or improved over 2026.

We will be posting regular updates on the attendance rates for the year to keep everyone informed.

Thank you all for your help in keeping your appointments, we wish everyone the very best year.

02/01/2026

Due to sickness we are very short of staff in reception today please be patient with our team they will answer you calls as quickly as possible.
Thank you

23/12/2025

NEED MEDICAL HELP OVER THE FESTIVE PERIOD?

The following services are available over the Christmas and New Year Period:

- Pharmacy First service is a walk-in service from community
pharmacy for certain conditions, i.e. sore throat, sinusitis, otitis
media (children), urinary tract infections (women), shingles,
infected insect bites and impetigo.

- NHS App as a point of contact to access urgent medicines via
NHS111 and 111Online as a referral to community pharmacy,
Pharmacy First.

- Dental out of hours/urgent dental centres.
If you need to see a dentist urgently out of hours:
call your dentist: their voicemail may advise where to get out-of-
hours treatment
Call NHS 111 to find an out-of-hours dental service near you

- Gloucester GP Health Access Centre (GHAC) 8:00am-08:00pm
The GP-led Gloucester Health Access Centre in Quayside House,
Quay Street, Gloucester (GL1 2TZ) is open 7 days a week and
provides a wide range of GP care. Patients are seen on an
appointment basis, so please ring in advance on 01452 336290 to
get a time that’s convenient for you.

- Minor Illness and Injury Units.

- The 111 phone service can book you into local NHS services if
needed including GP surgeries, Community Minor Injury and
Illness Units or A&E where appropriate

Newent Doctors Practice Christmas OpeningPlease note that the Dispensary closes at 4:00pm on Christmas Eve
23/12/2025

Newent Doctors Practice Christmas Opening

Please note that the Dispensary closes at 4:00pm on Christmas Eve

19/12/2025

POLITE NOTICE

Due to the increase of respiratory infections circulating in the community, we ask that if you are currently experiencing respiratory or flu like symptoms, that you wear a face covering while attending the practice.

We thank you for your continued support in helping to keep both patients and staff safe.

18/12/2025

Due to sickness we are very short of staff in reception today, please be patient with our team as they are working hard to answer your calls and queries as soon as they can. Thank you for your patience.

04/12/2025

📌BLOOD TESTS

We are increasingly seeing patients who have been asked to have a blood test by the hospital or their consultant, arrive at the practice for their blood test but without the required paperwork.

If you have been asked by the hospital or your consultant to have blood tests, please ensure you bring your BLOOD TEST REQUEST FORM with you.

❗ Without your Blood Test Request Form, we will not be able to carry out your blood test and you will be asked to rebook your appointment.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Address

Holts Health Centre, Watery La
Newent
GL181BA

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm

Telephone

+441531820689

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About us

We run many clinics for the management of chronic diseases such as asthma and diabetes. We also offer a wide variety of other medical services that include antenatal and postnatal care, minor surgery, childhood vaccinations, and family planning.

If you wish to make an appointment, you are able to do this online. Alternatively, please speak to one of our reception team who will ask you a couple of questions to ensure you are directed to the most appropriate health professional and receive the highest standard of care. Please be prepared to give brief details of your symptoms.