Pemberton Surgery

24/07/2025

👋 Meet the Team – Edition 5 👋

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Rachael, our fantastic Operations Manager!
Rachael has recently passed her Level 3 Team Leader/Supervisor apprenticeship, a huge achievement and one we’re incredibly proud of! 🎉👏

She’s been with us for five years, having started as an Administrator, and through dedication and hard work, she’s grown into a key leadership role within the business.

Rachael says what she enjoys most about her job is working with a brilliant team and supporting others in their own development. She loves the variety of her role and the satisfaction of keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

Her biggest challenge? It was difficult managing her duties whilst studying for the apprenticeship at the same time but it was worth it. In general, balancing multiple priorities and staying one step ahead in a busy environment is a challenge— but she handles it all really well and with a calm head!

We’re lucky to have Rachael on our team and can’t wait to see what she does next. Congratulations again on your apprenticeship success! 💙

16/07/2025

🦴 Have You Broken a Bone in the Last 3 Months? 🦴

If you’re over 50 and have recently fractured a bone, especially from a simple fall from standing height, you may be at risk of osteoporosis.

The Fracture Liaison Service offers a bone health assessment to check whether osteoporosis is a factor in your injury.

✅ You’ll be automatically referred if your fracture was seen at WWL’s X-ray department.
✅ Or, speak to your GP or clinician to ask about a bone health assessment.

Osteoporosis is when bones become thinner, weaker, and more prone to breaking. But there’s good news, with prompt diagnosis and the right treatment, the risk of another fracture can be reduced by up to 50%.

Medication and lifestyle changes can start to make a difference in just 6-12 months.

16/07/2025

14/07/2025

We’ve been busy keeping our patients healthy — just look at what we got up to in June!

- 2542 Ask My GP requests were processed.
- 2921 appointments were delivered.
- 6208 prescriptions were issued.
- 4143 test results were processed.
- 239 fit notes were done.

Unfortunately, 158 people missed a planned appointment in June.

Let’s keep the numbers strong – and the missed appointments low.

We’re proud to support our patients.

08/07/2025

🌟 Adult Autism Drop-In 🌟

Are you an autistic adult living in the Wigan and Leigh area? Do you want a safe, welcoming space to socialise, ask questions, and find support?

You're welcome to attend the Adult Autism Drop-In sessions – no appointment needed!

🕐 Time: 1–3pm
📅 Dates: See the attached poster for full list of 2025 drop-in dates

📍 Location:
Main Room, Family Welfare Centre
Adult Learning Centre, Walmesley Rd, Leigh WN7 1XN

👥 What to expect:

A friendly, informal space to meet others

Professionals from the Autism Diagnostic Service on hand to answer questions

Guest talks from local services and professionals about how they can support you

Free refreshments provided

06/07/2025

Happy Sunday! We’re setting up for a great week by sharing our latest friends and family results.

Helpful – professional – approachable – pleasant – nice – kind
Just a few of the words that patients have used in their feedback.

Whether it’s a compliment, concern or suggestion, we will listen and will always work to make things better. We really appreciate the time you take when giving feedback.

Thanks so much to our patients and staff!

04/07/2025

AAA screening could save your life.
Watch this short video by Craig Cash to learn more.
If you’re invited for screening, don’t ignore it.
📞 Missed your invite? Call 0161 291 5716 to book.

01/07/2025

📢 IMPORTANT NOTICE – Weight Loss Medication (Mounjaro®)
You may have seen media reports about Tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) now being available through the NHS. Please be aware:
👉 There are very strict eligibility criteria
🚫 Please do not contact the practice or book an appointment about weight loss medication
✅ If you're eligible, your GP will contact you
🔍 For more information:
https://gmintegratedcare.org.uk/weight-management-in.../
Looking to lose weight without medication?
💬 Speak to your GP or nurse for advice
🌐 Visit ‘NHS Better Health’ online or scan the QR code

01/07/2025

Thinking about quitting smoking? 🤔 Come see our Be Well Stop Smoking Service team on their summer roadshow...

We'll be out and about across the borough from tomorrow (Monday), with free information and advice to help you quit plus CO readings to check your lung health.

Here’s where and when you’ll find us…

📅 Monday 30 June
📍 Leigh - Spinning Gate Shopping Centre, WN7 4PG – 8.30am-12.30pm & 1.30pm-5pm

📅 Tuesday 1 July
📍 Scholes Precinct, WN1 3SD - 8.30am-12.30pm
📍 Worsley Hall - Montrose Avenue, WN5 9XN - 1.30pm-5pm

📅 Wednesday 2 July
📍 Marsh Green - Harrow Road, WN5 0QL - 8.30am-12.30pm
📍 Atherton - Carr Bank St (near Morrisons Daily), M46 0HY - 1.30pm-5pm

📅 Thursday 3 July
📍 Worsley Mesnes - Cornwallis Rd (near Heron Foods), WN3 5UN - 8.30am-12.30pm
📍 Norley Hall Avenue (near Morrisons Daily), WN5 9LS - 1.30pm-5pm

📅 Friday 4 July
📍 Family Hub at The Meadows, Ridyard St, WN5 9RQ - 8.30am-12.30pm
📍 Hindley - Borsdane Avenue, WN2 3QN - 1.30pm-5pm

No appointment necessary… just come and say ‘hi!’ 👋

Want to know more about how we can support you to stop smoking? Head to the link in the comments below 👇

The Meadows, Standish, Shevington & Aspull Family Hubs Family Hub at Formby Avenue Family Hub at Mornington Road Family Hub at Clifton Street Community Centre SWAN Primary Care Network Hindley Primary Care Network Wigan Central & Wigan North Primary Care Network Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Wigan Borough Federated Healthcare Wigan Borough Communities Team NHS Greater Manchester Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership Health First ALW CIC Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) Well Women Centre Leigh Rebuild With Hope Foundation The Brick Fur Clemt Wigan Business We Are With You BHA for Equality George House Trust

16/06/2025

A bit of Monday motivation - our May 2025 practice figures.

2,401 Ask My GP requests processed
2,847 Appointments delivered (including 2,334 face-to-face, 477 by phone, and 36 home visits)
5,666 Prescriptions issued
3,755 Test results processed
224 Fit notes provided

Unfortunately, 152 patients missed their appointment and weren’t able to tell us (what we call a DNA).

Thank you to our wonderful team and patients for helping us to deliver services every day.

13/06/2025

🩺 Are you a man aged 65 or over? Or do you have a dad, brother, or friend who is?
It’s time to book your free NHS AAA screening.
An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) can be deadly if left untreated, 82% of men with a ruptured AAA don’t survive. But a quick, 10-minute scan can detect it early and save lives.
🎥 Watch the video below to hear from actor John Henshaw, who recently had the screening himself
All men in England are invited by the NHS for AAA screening in their 65th year, and you’ll only need the test once, unless an aneurysm is found.
There’s no need to worry. You’ll get your results on the spot, and peace of mind is just a scan away.
✅ Free
✅ Fast
✅ Life-saving
📅 Book your AAA check today, and if you know someone who's eligible, give them a nudge.
👉 Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/abdominal-aortic-aneurysm-screening/

09/06/2025

📢 Have Your Say: Improving Adult ADHD Services in Greater Manchester
NHS Greater Manchester is running a public consultation to shape the future of adult ADHD services across our region.
They want to hear from:
🔹 Adults with ADHD
🔹 Families and carers
🔹 Professionals who support them
Your views will help develop services that better meet people’s needs. The consultation explores:
✅ Why services need to change
✅ What the proposed options are
✅ What they could mean in practice
📋 Complete the survey here 👉 https://tinyurl.com/govocal
🗓️ Deadline: Monday 17 June 2025