Fordington Surgery, Dorchester

23/05/2025

Apologies, please ignore any message saying you have an appointment at Puddletown or any other surgery. This is a Dorchester wide system error.

If you have an appointment booked at Fordington, it will still be at Fordington.

We understand the confusion this would have caused but please only contact the surgery about this issue if absolutely necessary. We are receiving hundreds of calls.

07/03/2025

Are you a carer? Why not pop in and see us on 15th March. Lots of information and support available.

18/09/2024

When do the flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccinations start this September 2024? People living in Dorset are being reminded to find out which vaccinations they are eligible for ahead of the coming winter months. If you can have a flu, COVID-19 or RSV vaccination this winter, you will be contacted directly....

27/06/2024

01/05/2024

Sun awareness week starts 1 May



Goodluck to everyone taking part in the Parkruns in May to celebrate International Day of the Midwife Sat 5 May and International Nurses Day Sat 12 May!



It might be cloudy, but don't forget to wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher, and wear protective clothing like a sun hat and sunglasses!





Stay sun-smart! According to Cancer Research UK, Skin Cancer is the 5th most common cancer in the UK – 46 new cases are diagnosed every day. even on cloudy days, wear factor 30 sun screen.

Make an appointment to see a healthcare professional if you have a mole, freckle or other area of skin that's recently changed. The best way to do this is via [insert link to online form or phone number etc]

01/05/2024

Today is maternal mental health day, being a parent can bring about a range of emotions and challenges and your local NHS is here to support you every step of the way. The Maternal Mental Health Service can offer support to people before, during and after pregnancy.
Did you know that the NHS offers a range of online health apps to help you navigate your maternal mental health journey? From stress management tools, to guided meditations and self-care resources these apps are designed to support your emotional well being.
For urgent support 24/7 call Connections: 0800 652 0190 or NHS 111
Alternatively, you can call the Samaritan's anytime, day or night 116 123

10/04/2024

https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/medicines/why-cant-i-get-prescription-over-counter-medicine/

Read about prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines.

10/11/2023

We are delighted to announce that Dr John Jitan will be joining the team from January 2024. Dr Jitan spent a year at Fordington Surgery during his training and has since worked locally as both a Salaried GP and GP Partner but most recently as a Locum GP. Many of you may have already met him as he has been providing locum sessions for us throughout this year.
This is great news for our team and more importantly, our patients. His appointments are available to book from now.

02/06/2023

Not another one! Yes, another GP will be joing our fantastic team. Appointments will be available with Dr Nick Downward from 1st September. We are all looking forward to working with both Dr Downward and Dr McGowan for years to come!