Spa Surgery, Boston Spa

02/10/2025

Vaccine Clinic Announcement! 💉
It's time to get protected! Our Flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics are taking place on Saturday, October 4th and Saturday, October 11th.
Key Details:
• Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM ⌚️
• Crucial: You MUST have booked a slot. We are unable to accommodate walk-ins.
What You Need to Know:
Check-in & Flow:
• We will be operating a one-way system through the surgery: in the front, out the back.👉
• Please DO NOT arrive early. The doors will not open until 8:00 AM, and arriving early only creates an unnecessary queue outside.
Preparing for Your Appointment:
• Please come dressed appropriately to allow the clinician quick and easy access to your arm (e.g., a short-sleeved top under a jacket).👩‍⚕️
We still have slots available! Please contact reception right away to check your eligibility and secure your booking.
We look forward to welcoming you soon and helping keep our community healthy!

29/09/2025

Monday 29th September
Due to staff illness we only have 2 people in reception, this may mean calls are taking a little longer to answer but they are working as hard as they can, please be patient and bear with them.
Could I also ask that you avoid coming to the front desk as this takes the team away from answering the calls.
Thanks

11/09/2025

Thursday 11th September
The Surgery is closed for training from 12pm today.
If you have a medical problem whilst we are closed please contact 111, in an emergency please contact 999.
We will be back open tomorrow tomorrow as normal.

09/09/2025

Bookings are now being taken for your flu and covid jab here at the surgery.

Our clinic dates are:

Saturday 4th October 8.15am to 2pm for those aged 65 years and over.

Saturday 11th October 8.15am – 1pm for those aged 65 years and over and aged 6m – 64 years who are immunocompromised.

Please contact reception to book your slot as we only have limited numbers of vaccines.

Please note the eligibility criteria has changed this year

Flu:

Everyone aged 65 and over.

Pregnant women.

Individuals aged 6m to 64 with clinical risk factors.

Carers, either receiving carer’s allowance or acting as the main carer for someone with a disability or who is older.

People who live with someone who has a weakened immune system.

Covid:

Adults aged 75 years and over

individuals who are immunosuppressed aged 6 months and over

This represents a change from the autumn 2024 programme, which also included adults aged 65 to 74 and all those aged 6 months and over in a clinical risk group.

The eligibility is the same across the 4 nations of the UK (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland).

The vaccine should usually be offered no earlier than around 6 months after the last vaccine dose.

26/08/2025

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The HPV vaccine is given to boys to help protect against a range of cancers, including head, neck and mouth cancers.

All boys born after 1st September 2009 who missed their vaccination can catch up at their GP practice until their 25th birthday

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22/08/2025

At Spa Surgery we have a "zero tolerance" on threatening and abusive behavior towards any team member and against derogatory language on social media.

This policy can be found in full on our website.

Threatening and abusive behavior: This covers a wide range of actions, including verbal threats, physical violence, intimidation, and harassment toward staff or other patients.

Derogatory language on social media: This extends the policy's reach to online behavior, specifically targeting negative or insulting comments about the surgery that are posted on social media platforms.

The consequences for violating these policies are also clearly stated: a potential breakdown of the patient-surgery relationship, which could lead to the patient being removed from the practice's register and asked to find a different GP.

These policies are put in place to ensure a safe and respectful environment for both staff and patients. For the GP surgery, it provides a clear framework for dealing with difficult situations and protecting its employees. For patients, it sets a clear expectation of what is considered acceptable behavior and what the consequences are for not meeting those standards.

What if I disagree with the policy?

If you disagree with the policy, you can speak with the practice manager to express your concerns and better understand the rationale behind it. However, it's important to remember that this is a policy of the surgery, and by being a patient there, you are expected to abide by it.

If you have a genuine concern or complaint about the surgery's service, the appropriate way to address it is through their official complaints procedure, not by posting derogatory comments on social media.

22/08/2025

**Important information about your GP surgery**

We understand that when you're feeling unwell, your first instinct is to seek help as soon as possible. However, it's important to remember that your GP surgery is not a walk-in centre for urgent treatment.

Why can't we see walk-in patients?

We are not an A&E: GP surgeries are designed for scheduled appointments to manage long-term health conditions, routine check-ups, and non-emergency illnesses. Our doctors and nurses are booked in advance to ensure we can provide dedicated time and care to each patient.

Safety and quality of care: Walk-in appointments disrupt the carefully planned schedule, leading to longer waiting times for pre-booked patients and potential compromises in the quality of care for everyone.

The right place for the right care: If you have a life-threatening emergency, you should call 999 or go to your nearest A&E department. For urgent but non-life-threatening issues, please call NHS 111 for advice on the best course of action. They can direct you to the most appropriate service, which might be an urgent treatment centre or a minor injuries unit.

How to get an appointment with us:

Call us: Our reception team can assess your needs and book you an appointment with the most suitable clinician.

Use our online services: Many surgeries offer online booking and e-consultation services for routine issues.

Thank you for helping us to provide the best possible care for all our patients.

04/08/2025

Monday 4th August
Doctor Off Sick - Limited Appointments
Please note that due to a doctor being off sick today, we have very limited appointments available. We will only be able to see urgent cases for today.

For minor ailments, please consider using the Pharmacy First service. Your local pharmacist can offer advice and treatment for a range of common conditions without you needing to see a GP.

If you have an non-urgent medical query, please submit an e-reception query via our website at www.bostonspasurgery.co.uk or use the following link: https://accurx.nhs.uk/patient-initiated/b86034

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

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14/07/2025

📣 Hospital Appointments – Important Information
We’ve noticed a recent increase in requests for our secretarial team to follow up on hospital referrals and appointments.
Just to clarify: once a referral is made, patients are given contact details for the hospital. These are the best and only contacts to use for any questions about appointments or waiting times - our team doesn’t have access to any extra or alternative information.
⏳ We also don’t have access to hospital waiting lists or appointment schedules beyond the information already available by the hospitals themselves. We are unable to expedite appointments or influence referral waiting times unless your condition has significantly deteriorated since the point of your original referral.
✅ For updates, changes, or questions about your hospital appointment, please contact the hospital directly using the details provided with your referral.
Thank you for your understanding and helping us keep our phone lines open for those who need urgent medical advice.