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OUR TELEPHONES ARE CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE. THE ENGINEERS ARE WORKINJG TO RECTIFY THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE ACCEPT OUR APOLOGISE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE

Becton Dickinson blood specimen collection - supply disruption:

A supplier to the NHS has advised us of a global shortage of some equipment used for taking blood tests. 

Anyone who needs a test for urgent health problems will still get one, but where your doctor recommends that it’s safe to do so, then you may be asked to come back for a test at a later date, or your appointment may be rescheduled. 

Given the nature of the shortage, we cannot give an exact date for when the test will be rescheduled, but please be assured that if your condition or symptoms require it, then you will get a test, and we will be re-booking your test when supplies become more easily available.

If your condition or symptoms change or get worse, please contact the practice as you would normally.

Flu Vaccine Appointments

We have two flu clinics available for booking. Saturday 25th September & Saturday 9th October. These are by appointment only from 8.30am - 3pm

Covid-19 guidance following 19th July 2021

Following the government’s announcement to reduce Covid-19 restrictions as of 19th July 2021, it will still be mandatory to wear a face mask and maintain social distancing within Musters Medical Practice. This is to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our staff and our patients, some of which are extremely vulnerable.

This guidance will be subject to regular review, with the safety of staff and patients paramount to this decision.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and we appreciate your understanding during this time.

For advice on how to book a Covid-19 vaccination or request a test, please see: nhs.uk/covid-19

For current Covid-19 restrictions, please see: gov.uk/covid-19

Data Choices

Your Data Matters to the NHS

Information about your health and care helps us to improve your individual care, speed up diagnosis, plan your local services and research new treatments. The NHS is committed to keeping patient information safe and always being clear about how it is used.

How your data is used

Information about your individual care such as treatment and diagnoses is collected about you whenever you use health and care services. It is also used to help us and other organisations for research and planning such as research into new treatments, deciding where to put GP clinics and planning for the number of doctors and nurses in your local hospital.  It is only used in this way when there is a clear legal basis to use the information to help improve health and care for you, your family and future generations.

Wherever possible we try to use data that does not identify you, but sometimes it is necessary to use your confidential patient information.

You have a choice

You do not need to do anything if you are happy about how your information is used. There are currently two types of data opt-outs:

Type 1 - which relates to medical records held at the GP Practice

If you do not want your confidential patient information held in your GP medical record to be used for purposes other than your individual care, you can complete the Type 1 opt-out form and return it to the practice so that it can be recorded on your records. Type 1 Opt-Out Form

Type 2 - which relates to information held by NHS Digital

Type 2 have now been replaced by a national opt-out.  Therefore, if you do not want NHS Digital to share confidential information that has been collected from across the health and care service for purposes other than your individual care, you can opt-out online at www.nhs.uk/your-nhs-data-matters or via the telephone service on: 0300 303 5678.

Will choosing this opt-out affect your care and treatment?

No, choosing to opt out will not affect how information is used to support your care and treatment. You will still be invited for screening services, such as screenings for bowel cancer.

What do you need to do?

If you are happy for your confidential patient information to be used for research and planning, you do not need to do anything.

To find out more about the benefits of data sharing, how data is protected, or to make/change your opt-out choice visit www.nhs.uk/your-nhs-data-matters

From 17 May 2021, people in England who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 can demonstrate their vaccination status for international travel. A full course is currently two doses of any approved vaccine. Vaccine status will be available from: 

It may take more than a week for your identity to be checked and verified so you can use this service.

If you cannot access the online services, and you have had 2 vaccines, you can request a paper letter from the NHS by calling 119. Only call 119 if you are due to travel abroad in the near future and have had your second dose more than 5 working days ago. It may take 7 working days for the letter to arrive.

This practice is not able to provide you with a letter that shows your COVID-19 vaccination status.

When you're planning your travel, check the latest information on demonstrating your COVID-19 status when travelling abroad on the gov.uk website. Make sure there is time to get  proof of your vaccination status before you leave.

 

There is also a link for you to add to websites for a guide on how to use the app

 

How to Register - Notts NHS App

Covid-19 Vaccinations in Nottinghamshire: Letters are now being sent to people aged 16 and over, look out for yours

 
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Across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire people aged 16 and over are being contacted to book their Covid-19 vaccination.

In the next few weeks, everyone over 16 will receive a letter from the NHS explaining how to book their appointment.

Health bosses have asked the public to wait until they have received their letter before contacting the NHS, their GP or local hospital hub – the letter will have full details of how to make an appointment.  Do not call your GP or turn up at A&E or your doctor’s surgery – the only way to get an appointment and the jab is to follow the instructions in the letter.

Teams across the health and care system in Nottinghamshire are now preparing for a further roll out of the vaccine into the community for those 16 years and over. Local Vaccination Services at GP surgeries and other community sites are open across Nottinghamshire.

The public have an important part to play to help:
• please don’t contact the NHS to seek a vaccine, we will contact you;
• when we do contact you, please attend your booked appointments;
• and please continue to follow all the guidance to control the virus and save lives.

For more information about the Covid-19 vaccination, please click here.

- When it is the right time people will receive an invitation to have the vaccine

- For most people the invitation will be by letter

- This letter will include all the information you will need to book your appointment including your NHS number

- Please DO NOT contact the surgery or the NHS for your appointment until you receive your letter of invitation

- Further information on the covid vaccine is available on the NHS website www.nhs.uk

 

 Stay Alert - Control The Virus - Save Lives

As part of safeguarding patients and staff, patients are only permitted to enter the practice building if they are wearing a face mask. Although not a substitute for social distancing the use of face masks by both patients and staff will help to protect and manage the risk of further spread of the virus. The NHS is not able to provide masks for patients who are expected to obtain them themselves before coming to the building. Further guidance on staying safe outside your home and in the workplace can be found on the gov.uk website.

 

We have now reintroduced the option for patients to make face to face appointments to see a doctor. Some of these appointments can be booked up to two weeks in advance whilst others will only be made available to be booked on that day. 

If you telephone the practice for an appointment a receptionist may ask you to consider whether your reason to see a doctor or nurse could be dealt with over the telephone or whether it needs a face to face appointment. If you feel the problem can be dealt with over the phone you will be offered a telephone consultation with either a doctor or nurse.

From 4th October 2021 we are also reintroducing the ability for patients to book face to face appointments online via the NHS app or the Patient Access app as well as through this website.

The facility to order prescriptions online remains unchanged.

Coronavirus: (Covid-19) - The following information is up to date as of September 2021

The NHS in England and Public Health England (PHE) are extremely well prepared for outbreaks of new infectious diseases. The NHS has put in place measures to ensure the safety of all patients and NHS staff.

If you or anyone you live with have symptoms such as a high temperature (greater that 37.8C) or a new continuous cough, you should ring 119 to arrange a test for Covid-19. You should stay at home for 14 days or until you hear that your test is negative.

Do not go to a GP surgery, community pharmacy or hospital. Stay indoors and avoid close contact with other people. If symptoms persist or worsen use the on-line 111 coronavirus service at 111.nhs.uk

Like the common cold, coronavirus infection usually occurs through close contact with a person with novel coronavirus via cough and sneezes or hand contact. A person can also be infected by touching contaminated surfaces if they do not wash their hands.

Testing of suspected coronavirus cases is carried out in line with strict regulations. This means that suspected cases are kept in isolation, away from public areas of the hospital and returned home also in isolation. Any equipment that come into contact with suspected cases are thoroughly cleaned as appropriate. Specific guidance has also been shared with NHS staff to help safeguard them and others. Patients can be reassured that their safety is a top priority, and are encouraged to attend all appointments as usual.

Everyone is being reminded to follow Public Health England advice to:

  • Always carry tissues with you and use them to catch your cough or sneeze. Then bin the tissue, and wash your hands, or use a sanitiser gel.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after using public transport. Use a sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are unwell.

If you need a sick note for your employer as a result of having to self isolate because of coronavirus DO NOT CONTACT THE SURGERY but go to the 111 website to get your own fit note

https://111.nhs.uk/isolation-note/

  • You can find help and advice from Public Health England at

www.gov.uk/government/organisations/public-health-England 

Further information is also available at www.nhs.uk.

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Welcome to Musters Medical Practice

On our website you can find lots of information from checking surgery times to letting us know what you think of us.

Serving You

Our team are here to treat those minor ailments that occur as well as providing specialist management of long-term conditions and clinics covering a wide range of healthcare issues. The website allows you to do a lot of things from the comfort of your home such as book or cancel an appointment, order a repeat prescription or view a summary of your medical records on-line including blood test results.

Partners in Care

Our active patient participation group exists to make sure that the practice offers what you the patient needs.

Access & Parking

Our surgery building called Embankment Primary Care Centre is shared with Castle Healthcare Practice. A ramp provides wheelchair access to the building and there is a patients’ toilet with full wheelchair user access. There is a lift to the under croft parking area. A number of disabled car parking spaces are available to blue badge users. There are also cycle racks for bicycles in the under croft area.

 

For details about other transport options click here

Register for On-Line Access  click here (Note: Requires practice visit for identity confirmation code to continue to use)

Partners Health

(Site updated 24/09/2021)
For appointments and prescriptions please use the Online Services link above. Alternatively, just click here.
 
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