News

Private Referrals

Below is a letter to all our patients regarding when patients are seen privately and how theinterface between an NHS GP and private providers.

NFCMG Private Referral SOP Version 1.pdf

Prescribing of Weight Loss Medication

From the 23rd June 2025, people living with obesity will begin to able to access tirzepatide (Mounjaro®) in a primary care setting for weight loss purposes. Access will be prioritised for those patients with greatest clinical need, with a strict criteria patients must meet. There will also be a requirement for referral to a weight loss support programme alongside prescription medication.

Please note that it is not currently available locally. Hampshire & IOW ICB are currently working on setting up these services, but we do not anticipate this being available until the Autumn in this area. Please do not make an appointment with your GP as we are currently unable to assist.

For more information and updates please visit NHS weight loss support :: NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Prescribing Decision for 'Fear of Flying'.

We have made the decision collectively as a Primary Care Network to no longer prescribe sedatives for fear of flying. Please see our PCN postion statement linked below for a full explanation.

Fear of flying precribing position statement.pdf

New Duty Site Arrangements

Urine Sample Testing

Please note that urine samples cannot be dropped off for testing without telephoning the surgery beforehand. You will be advised which surgery is available to accept samples on that day.

Do you know your NHS number?

Your NHS number is a 10 digit number, like 111 222 3333. You should find it on correspondence you receive from the NHS.

Although you do not need to know your NHS number to access NHS services, it can be useful to know.

You can find out your NHS number by using the service linked below.

Find your NHS number - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

Need help getting online with the NHS App?

Come along to one of our help sessions. Support provided by Cyber Advisors from The Blue Lamp Trust. Click the link below for more details:

Blue Lamp Trust Support Sessions.pdf

Staff Changes  - 2025

New Practice Manager

We are pleased to announce we have appointed a new Practice Manager. Emily Penfold joined the Practice in June 2025. Having previously worked at HIOW Integrated Care Board supporting Primary Care, we look forward to the wealth of knowledge and experience she will bring the role of Practice Manager.

Connect to Support Hampshire

www.ConnectToSupportHampshire.org.uk is a website commissioned by Hampshire County Council to help people make informed choices about care and support that helps them to maintain their independence within their community.

Accessible Information Standard

This standard is being implemented by all NHS Organisations, with the aim of establishing a framework and set a clear direction such that patients and service users (and where appropriate carers and parents) who have information or communication needs relating to a disability, impairment or sensory loss receive information that can be easily read and understood, as well as appropriate communication support.

Please see the leaflet below for more details:

Accessible Information Standard Leaflet

Patient Information - Your named GP

All patients registered at the practice are allocated a named GP.

Your named GP is responsible for the overall care you receive at the practice. If you are unsure who your named GP is, or would like to change your allocation please contact a member of our patient services team. This does not restrict who you can see at the practice - you are free to consult with the clinician of your choosing.