East Fife Medical

14/11/2025

💉Today is World Diabetes Day. The theme for this year is ‘education to protect tomorrow’.💉

Being aware of what diabetes is and the signs to look out for can save lives. The earlier people with the condition are diagnosed, the less likely they are to have a medical emergency or life-changing complications relating to their condition.

The most common symptoms of type 1 diabetes can be summarised by the ‘4 Ts’. However, these symptoms can also be signs of type 2 diabetes.

If you or a family member is showing any of these symptoms, you should contact your GP practice to make an appointment.

11/11/2025

📣 Practice Closure 📣

A Fife wide Protected Learning opportunity is taking place today (Tuesday 11th November) 1pm - 6pm.

East Fife Medical will therefore be closed 1pm - 6pm today (Tuesday 11th November).

During our closure, if you have a problem that cannot wait until we reopen at 8am on Wednesday 12th November, Urgent Care Services Fife will provide urgent care and support to patients via telephone number: 01592 729250.

If urgent care is required out of hours (6pm-8am), please call NHS 24 on 111.

In the event that your condition is life threatening - as always, please dial 999.

Many thanks for your cooperation.

Team EFM

10/11/2025

📌IMPORTANT PATIENT NOTICE📌

East Fife Medical is currently experiencing technical difficulties with one of our telephone lines this morning.

Patients using 01333 426 913 may have trouble connecting with our team.

In the meantime, please use 01333 350 241 to reach our reception and administration team.

We have reported the issue, and our telephone provider is working hard to resolve it as quickly as possible.

We apologise sincerely for any inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your patience and understanding.

Thank you,
Team EFM

29/10/2025

📌World Stroke Day: 29th October 2025📌

October 29th is World Stroke Day. The NHS Fife Stroke Managed Clinical Network (MCN) are dedicated to raising awareness about stroke prevention, early recognition and support. A stroke can happen to anyone, at any time, and it’s crucial to understand the signs and how to respond swiftly.

The acronym FAST is an easy way to remember the sudden signs of a stroke:
📌Face: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
📌Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
📌 Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange?
📌 Time: If you observe any of these signs, call emergency services immediately.

Remember, acting FAST can save lives and improve recovery. Let’s spread the word and save lives!

20/10/2025

World Stroke Day: 29th October 2025

October 29th is World Stroke Day. The NHS Fife Stroke Managed Clinical Network (MCN) are dedicated to raising awareness about stroke prevention, early recognition and support. A stroke can happen to anyone, at any time, and it’s crucial to understand the signs and how to respond swiftly.

The acronym FAST is an easy way to remember the sudden signs of a stroke:
📌Face: Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
📌Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
📌Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is their speech slurred or strange?
📌Time: If you observe any of these signs, call emergency services immediately.

Remember, acting FAST can save lives and improve recovery. Let’s spread the word and save lives!

17/10/2025

📣Job Vacancy📣

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our existing team at East Fife Medical (previously known as Kennoway Medical Group and Methilhaven Surgery) to provide reception and administrative support to our community.

Do you have:

• Excellent administration skills with a sound knowledge of IT skills?
• An excellent telephone manner?
• Excellent organisational and communication skills?
• The ability to use your own initiative or work as part of a team?

Click the link below to apply:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our existing team at East Fife Medical (previously known as Kennoway Medical Group and Methilhaven Surgery) to provide reception and administrative support to our community. The post is varied and challenging and requires the ability to work as part of a te...

10/10/2025

📌UPDATE📌

Telephone fault now resolved. All lines (01333 350 241 & 01333 426 913) now operational.

Thank you again for your patience and understanding.

East Fife Medical is currently experiencing technical difficulties with one of our telephone lines this morning.

Patients using 01333 350 241 may have trouble connecting with our team.

In the meantime, please use 01333 426 913 to reach our reception and administration team.

We have reported the issue, and our telephone provider is working hard to resolve it as quickly as possible.

We apologise sincerely for any inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your patience and understanding.

Thank you,
Team EFM

03/10/2025

03/10/2025

Important Notice

We are currently experiencing technical difficulties on all telephone lines (01333 350241 & 01333 426913).

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience while our technical team works to resolve the issue.

Team EFM

01/10/2025

📢 Public Holiday Closure 📢

Please be aware that East Fife Medical is closed for the public holiday on Monday 6th October.

During our closure, if you have a problem that cannot wait until we reopen at 8am on Tuesday 7th October, please call NHS 24 on 111 or visit www.nhsinform.scot for advice. In an emergency, please call 999.

Many thanks for your cooperation.

Team EFM

29/09/2025

Winter vaccines 2025/26

This winter, NHS Fife are offering flu and covid-19 vaccines to those eligible, and we urge all those who are eligible to come forward when invited.

The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) advises that vaccinations are offered to those at high risk of serious illness from flu or COVID-19.

Please follow the link below for more details:

https://www.nhsfife.org/services/all-services/immunisation/winter-vaccines-202526/

18/09/2025

📣 Practice Closure 📣

A Fife wide Protected Learning opportunity is taking place today (Thursday 18th September) 1pm - 6pm.

East Fife Medical will therefore be closed 1pm - 6pm today (Thursday 18th September).

During our closure, if you have a problem that cannot wait until we reopen at 8am on Friday 19th September, Urgent Care Services Fife will provide urgent care and support to patients via telephone number: 01592 729250.

If urgent care is required out of hours (6pm-8am), please call NHS 24 on 111.

In the event that your condition is life threatening - as always, please dial 999.

Many thanks for your cooperation.

Team EFM