The Lakeside Practice

The Lakeside Practice We are a local GP practice in the heart of Askern, Doncaster. Here at The Lakeside Practice, we care for a community of over 9100 patients.

We are a practice of five GP partners and two salaried GPs, assisted by an Advanced Nurse Practitioner, three Practice Nurses, two Health Care Assistants and a Phlebotomist. In practice we also have Physiotherapists, a Dietician, a mental Health Practitioner and a number of clinical Pharmacists. In addition, we currently have four GP Registrars working with us. From time to time we employ locums to cover staff absences. The team is supported by a dedicated Reception and Admin team who are able to help you find the most appropriate appointment and sort out any administrative issues you may have such as sick notes or checking on hospital referral. The surgery has full disabled access and facilities.

🎄 Christmas Opening Hours 🎄Mon 22nd Dec: 8:00am – 6:00pmTue 23rd Dec: 8:00am – 6:00pmWed 24th Dec: 8:00am – 6:00pmThu 25...
05/12/2025

🎄 Christmas Opening Hours 🎄

Mon 22nd Dec: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Tue 23rd Dec: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Wed 24th Dec: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Thu 25th Dec: ❌ CLOSED
Fri 26th Dec: ❌ CLOSED

Mon 29th Dec: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Tue 30th Dec: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Wed 31st Dec: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Thu 1st Jan: ❌ CLOSED
Fri 2nd Jan: 8:00am – 6:00pm

➡️ Where to go when we are closed

📞 NHS 111
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
NHS 111 helps you get the right advice or treatment for both physical and mental health needs.

You can:
🌐 Visit nhs.uk (for assessments of people aged 5+)
📞 Call 111 free from any phone

🏥 Doncaster Same Day Health Centre
Open 10am – 10pm, seven days a week, all year round.
📍 Cavendish Court, South Parade, DN1 2DJ
Providing professional help from doctors, nurses and paramedics.

🤧 Sharp rise in flu cases as we head into the festive season – and the peak is still to come! 🤧With just 3 weeks until C...
05/12/2025

🤧 Sharp rise in flu cases as we head into the festive season – and the peak is still to come! 🤧

With just 3 weeks until Christmas, the UK Health Security Agency is urging everyone who’s eligible to get protected against flu and RSV. Cases have risen sharply in the past week, and we’re now seeing more flu infections among adults too.

📈 Flu hospitalisations are up by 63% in just one week, and with all the extra mixing and socialising ahead, numbers are expected to rise even further.

If you’re eligible, join the millions who have already had their free flu vaccine and make sure you’re protected for the festive season. Keep yourself and your loved ones strong and healthy this winter. ❄️💙

🎄 Don’t put it off - book your flu vaccine today and shield yourself against the risk of severe illness over the holidays.

Stay well, stay protected! 💉✨

24/11/2025

👨‍⚕️ We are looking for volunteers for our next medical student teaching session 👩‍⚕️

We would like a patient volunteer to join us for the following session 👇

⭐ Bowel (IBS/Chrohn's/Ulcerative Colitis) - Tuesday 2nd December @ 3pm

This is a great opportunity to support the learning and assessment of medical students.

📞 If you are well enough and would like to participate in the above session, please contact the surgery on 01302 700212 using option 2 then option 5 after 10am and speak with Emma.

📧 Alternatively, please email syicb-doncaster.thelakesidepractice@nhs.net

❗ Please note, you do not have to be a patient at Lakeside to participate❗

🚨 Haven’t booked your flu jab yet?🚨We have appointments available tomorrow, Saturday 15th November, contact us online ht...
14/11/2025

🚨 Haven’t booked your flu jab yet?🚨

We have appointments available tomorrow, Saturday 15th November, contact us online https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/C86016 or give us a call to book your appointment.

🤧 NHS Free Flu Vaccine – Are You Eligible? 🤧

You can get the free flu vaccine if you:
➡️ Are aged 65 or over (including those turning 65 by 31 March 2026)
➡️ Under 65 years and have certain long-term health conditions
➡️ Are pregnant
➡️ Live in a care home
➡️ Are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive Carer’s Allowance
➡️ Live with someone who has a weakened immune system
➡️ Are a frontline health or social care worker (via your employer)

❄️ Don’t let flu catch you out this winter – protect yourself and others❄️

💬 We know it’s not always easy to talk about money or ask for help - but you’re not alone.Join us at The Cost of Living ...
21/10/2025

💬 We know it’s not always easy to talk about money or ask for help - but you’re not alone.

Join us at The Cost of Living Hub, a safe and supportive space where you can find guidance and speak to friendly advisors.

📅 Wednesday 12 November
🕙 10am – 12pm
📍 The White Wings Centre, Askern, DN6 0HZ

The Cost of Living Hubs were set up a few years ago to bring together lots of local agencies in one place - so you can get advice on everything from budgeting and benefits to housing and wellbeing, all in a single visit.

No appointment needed - just drop in for a chat ☕.

📰 Doncaster North West Primary Care Network Newsletter (October–December Edition) 🏥Catch up on what’s been happening acr...
21/10/2025

📰 Doncaster North West Primary Care Network Newsletter (October–December Edition) 🏥

Catch up on what’s been happening across our GP practices and community this autumn - including updates on local health initiatives, staff news, upcoming clinics, and ways we’re supporting your wellbeing this winter.

💙 Lung Cancer Screening is Back in Doncaster! 💙We’re pleased to share that the Lung Cancer Screening (LCS) Programme has...
17/10/2025

💙 Lung Cancer Screening is Back in Doncaster! 💙

We’re pleased to share that the Lung Cancer Screening (LCS) Programme has returned to Doncaster, and eligible patients will soon be receiving their invitation letters.

LCS helps to find lung cancer early, when treatment options - including curative treatment - are more effective. It’s the biggest programme in NHS history aimed at improving early lung cancer diagnosis, and its success means it’s now being rolled out across the country as a national screening programme.

📍 Scanning location: Adwick Leisure Centre

If you or someone you know receives an invite letter, please be reassured it’s genuine - this is not a scam. Attending your screening appointment is very important, even if you feel well and have no symptoms.

Early detection saves lives. 💙
Please do encourage family, friends, and patients to take up their Lung Cancer Screening invite.

🌸 Take Control of Your Pelvic Health with GetUBetter! 🌸We’re excited to share the GetUBetter Pelvic Health App, now tail...
17/10/2025

🌸 Take Control of Your Pelvic Health with GetUBetter! 🌸

We’re excited to share the GetUBetter Pelvic Health App, now tailored with local service information just for you! 💪

This FREE app supports you through every stage of pelvic health, with:
✨ A general pelvic health module
🤰 Pregnancy and postnatal pelvic health guidance
🌼 A menopause section packed with useful advice
🎥 Videos with translation options in 8 languages and a touch-to-speak feature for easy access

Whether you’re looking for expert advice, local support, or self-management tips, GetUBetter is here to help - right from your phone. 📱

👉 Download the GetUBetter Pelvic Health app today and start your journey to better pelvic wellbeing!

13/10/2025

📢 Blood Pressure Machine Returns

If you’ve borrowed a blood pressure monitor from the practice to record your readings at your clinician’s request, please ensure it is returned as soon as possible.

This helps us make sure the machines are available for other patients who may need to borrow them.

Thank you for your cooperation and support! 💙

11/10/2025

❗️NOTICE TO LAKESIDE PATIENTS❗️

Both Lakeside and Askern Medical Practice will be running Flu clinics today.

If you have an appointment with Lakeside and see a queue forming outside, please bypass it and head straight to our reception. Last weeks clinic ran really smoothly with hardly any wait and we hope for the same today.

❄️ If you are eligible for a free NHS Flu Vaccine and haven’t yet made an appointment, why not pop down between 9 & 11am today ❄️

10/10/2025

💉 Haven’t booked your flu jab yet?

Our next clinic will be held this Saturday, 11th October, 8:30am-12pm. Get in touch today to book your appointment!

🤧 NHS Free Flu Vaccine – Are You Eligible? 🤧

You can get the free flu vaccine if you:
➡️ Are aged 65 or over (including those turning 65 by 31 March 2026)
➡️ Under 65 years and have certain long-term health conditions
➡️ Are pregnant
➡️ Live in a care home
➡️ Are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive Carer’s Allowance
➡️ Live with someone who has a weakened immune system
➡️ Are a frontline health or social care worker (via your employer)

❄️ Don’t let flu catch you out this winter – protect yourself and others❄️

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Doncaster
DN60HZ

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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