Springwood Surgery

14/11/2025

RESIDENT DOCTOR'S INDUSTRIAL ACTION 14th-17th NOVEMBER 2025

We are an active training practice and support our Resident Doctors who are taking part in Industrial action over the next few days. Patients who have been affected will be contacted to rearrange appointments and we apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. The Practice will be busier than usual over the next few days so please consider whether your query can wait, try to keep our phone lines free for vulnerable patients who need them most and be kind to our staff who are doing their best to help you.

06/11/2025

30/10/2025

❌Planned upcoming half day surgery closure as part of our Protected Learning Sessions......

Tuesday 4th November the surgery will be closed from 1pm and re-open 8am Wednesday 5th November.

30/10/2025

Colleagues from our OPTIMISE cancer prehabilitation programme have partnered with local training group, Boro Runners to offer a Run, Walk and Talk group for people affected by cancer.

The group is open to anyone who is currently preparing for treatment, going through treatment, recovering from treatment and living with and beyond cancer and is led by qualified coaches and run leaders.

The first event was held on Saturday 25 October and runs every Saturday at Stewarts Park from 10.30am to 11.30am.

Personalised cancer care prehabilitation lead Chloé McMurray said: "We are so grateful to be collaborating with Boro Runners who are running these free sessions for any person affected by cancer, including friends and family.

"We want to encourage people to participate at any stage of the cancer pathway, whether this be high suspicion, diagnosis, during treatment, recovery or living with and beyond cancer - all abilities are welcome.

Our first session on Saturday was such a lovely, warm friendly experience with lots of laughter and we hope to continue to grow the community and support people to be more active and improve wellbeing on every step of this journey.'

For more information, please contact stees.prehabilitation@nhs.net.

20/10/2025

OFFICIAL OPENING DAY OF MORGANS HOUSE

This project will be a lifeline for veterans who require that extra bit of personalised help, providing safe accommodation, structured recovery pathways, and opportunities for personal growth. Working alongside our strategic and external partners, we’ll ensure that every veteran who comes through our doors has the best possible chance at recovery, stability, and hope for the future.

🏠 Official Opening Day:
Join us on Saturday, 15th November, for our official opening event!
Address below
Castle Court- Morgan house
Margrove Rd
Boosbeck
TS12 3BL

Which Will be at 11am untill 2pm

You’ll have the chance to meet their dedicated team and partners, learn more about their services, and take a tour of the building that’s set to make such a difference.

🚪 Doors Open for Residents:
On Monday, 17th November, we’ll be officially welcoming the first veterans moving into Morgan House a truly special milestone for everyone involved.

16/10/2025

October Notice Board....STOPTOBER 🚬❌

Our focus board this is month has lots of useful information to help you on your way to beating the habit!

You will find handy pocket sized quit smoking leaflets, easy read brochures and business cards with links to lots of help and support.

You can also visit www.healthwatchredcarandcleveland.co.uk/advice-and-information/2025-01-03/south-tees-stop-smoking-service to find local walk in clinics and online advice.

16/10/2025

Dementia Friendly Activities For October...

For further information on any of the below groups feel free to give them a call on 01642 257020 or email DAOS@teessidemind.org.uk

16/10/2025

Walk-in COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Cleveland Bay Car Park, Redcar

Be wise, immunise!

✅ You can get a free COVID-19 vaccine if you are:
👵 75 or over (or turning 75 by 31 Jan 2026)
🛡️ Immunosuppressed
🏠 Living in a care home

🚨 Don’t delay – if you’re eligible, get your vaccine now!

👉 Find out more: nhs.uk/vaccinations

13/10/2025

Our phonelines have been restored. We thank you for your patience while our provider worked to fix this issue.

13/10/2025

We are aware that of problem currently affecting our telephone systems. We are working with the provider to get this problem solved as soon as possible. Please bear with us. Thank you

10/10/2025

You might have noticed messages from the Surgery about your kidney function. We're working on a project to try and identify patients who are suffering from 'chronic kidney disease' (CKD) and who may benefit from closer monitoring of their kidney function. CKD is common, and normally reflects a natural decline in kidney function with age or some health conditions. In most cases it is not anything to worry about nor is any specific treatment needed, but accurately coding patients means we can make sure your medication is optimised and keep an eye on the trend in your renal function over time so we can intervene if necessary.

You can find out more about CKD via the following link:

Find out what chronic kidney disease (CKD) is, including what the symptoms are, how it's diagnosed and how it can be treated.

03/10/2025

UPDATE ON WEEKEND VACCINATION CLINICS

Tomorrow (Sat 4th October 2025) marks the start of the weekend mass vaccination clinics being held by both Springwood and The Garth surgeries.

We are working hard to ensure that we are as well prepared as we can be, but we could use the help of the Guisborough patients to ensure the clinics are a success.

Please note the following:
1. Please arrive at your appointment time or slightly before. We recommend that you do not arrive more than 10 minutes before your appointment time.

2. Please do wear clothing that will allow easy access to your upper arm.

3. Please be aware that due to the current building works, car parking on site is limited. If possible, please travel by other means or park in an alternative location. Car parking on site will be available at both the front and rear surgery car park for patients during these weekend clinics only; however, we do not have infinite spaces.

4. If need be, please refresh yourself on the changes to the COVID vaccine cohorts for this year. You must be either aged 75 and over AND/OR severely immunosuppressed to be eligible. This means that while most people will remain eligible for flu, you may no longer be eligible for a COVID Booster. https://ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/06/26/whos-eligible-for-the-2025-covid-19-vaccine-or-autumn-booster/

Thank you to all patients for continuing to support the Guisborough surgeries during these vaccination campaigns, and we look forward to seeing you! 🌟

This blog post was reviewed and updated in September 2025. When autumn comes, protection from any earlier COVID-19 vaccination you may have had will be starting to wane. For those who are more likely to become seriously ill from COVID-19,