Newhall Surgery

21/11/2025

❗Vasectomy Referrals Update❗

Several practices have flagged ongoing difficulties in successfully referring patients for vasectomy procedures in Derbyshire, which is understandably causing frustration for both patients and clinicians.

Derby and Derbyshire ICB have confirmed that vasectomy services from 2023 to 2026 is at a capped level of 1000 per year.

This service is commissioned from Derbyshire Community Health Services (DCHS) on a block contract basis, whereby, DCHS have subcontracted a number of GP surgeries to deliver the service on an Item of Service basis.

According to official NHS statistics, 1,010 vasectomies were carried out in 2023–24 and we believe it is unlikely, that access to vasectomy services will improve before the next contract review in 2026.

We will however continue to monitor the situation and raise concerns where appropriate.

Find out about vasectomy, including how it is carried out, risks and benefits and getting it on the NHS.

20/11/2025

20/11/2025

19/11/2025

❗️❗️ Staff Training - Practice Afternoon Closure - 19 November 2025 ❗️❗️

As part of the Continuing Professional Development of our staff, Newhall Surgery will be closed this afternoon between 1.30pm and 6.30pm.

Should you require medical assistance during this time please visit your local walk-in centre or urgent care centre or call NHS 1️⃣1️⃣1️⃣.

Should you require urgent medical assistance please visit your local A&E department or call 9️⃣9️⃣9️⃣.

For non-urgent medical or administrative help, you can contact us using Rapid Health - https://newhall-consult.uk.rapidhealth.co.uk/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJGGU1leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHe1g5sflJwV4TSQOqMScDbgfAlsQLFVSd4L6hKbzlPj9_szVcgqJ0kCqBQ_aem_s7eRT7qEYPFB41a6MFy1mw
This service allows you to tell us about your symptoms, ask questions, or request advice without needing to phone or attend the practice.
Your request will be reviewed by our clinical or administrative team. Submissions are reviewed during our normal working hours, and we will provide a response once your request has been assessed within one working day."

Thank you.

18/11/2025

‼ Rapid Health Update - Under 16s Requests Now Available ‼

We are pleased to advise that we have included the 'Child Request' function on our Rapid Health system which is available for registered patients under the age of 16 years. Whether this be for a new medical problem, submitting a medication request or completing a form it can be done via Rapid Health for you / your child.

This function can be accessed via the usual Rapid Health page: https://newhall-consult.uk.rapidhealth.co.uk/ .

Thank you.

18/11/2025

🚶‍♀️ Parkinson’s Nordic Walking at Rosliston 🚶‍♂️

Looking for a fun, gentle way to stay active and connect with others?
Join our Nordic Walking Group, designed especially for people living with Parkinson’s and their families.

📅 Tuesday 18th November 2025
🕐 Walk: 1:30–2:30pm
☕ Hot drink and chat: 2:30–3:00pm
📍 Rosliston Forestry Centre
💷 £2.50 per person – carers go free

Enjoy fresh air, friendly faces, and a relaxed walk through beautiful surroundings.
Mobility scooters are available if needed – everyone is welcome!

📧 Tor.Adams@southderbyshire.gov.uk

📞 01283 595906

17/11/2025

❗Best Start in Life Campaign❗

This campaign was launched on 14 October 2025, and is delivered by the Department for Education and the Department for Health and Social Care. It aims to break down barriers with an opportunity for every family, supporting parents and children from pregnancy through to age five and beyond.

For more information, please visit BestStartInLife.gov.uk

15/11/2025

🎄Christmas Ordering - Medicine Order Line Information🎄

If you would like to use the ordering form, which is shown on the information below, please click on the link: https://www.derbyshiremol.nhs.uk/derby-patient-facing/singlepass/medicine-order-line

14/11/2025

‼️Resident Doctor Industrial Action - 14 - 19 November 2025‼️

Please be advised that Resident Doctors have announced strike dates in England, after Government refused to negotiate on pay.

As part of Newhall Surgery being a teaching and training practice we have Resident Doctors, also know as GP Registrars or F2 Doctors, on placement with us who may wish to strike during this time.

For those patients affected by the strike, we shall be in contact with you to re-schedule your Doctor's appointment.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Many thanks

13/11/2025

Hi, I'm Dr Kalake, I recently joined Newhall Surgery as a salaried GP working 2 days a week; this will increase to 3 days in January 2026. I obtained my MRCGP in 2024, Master of Surgical Sciences in 2019 and my MBChB in 2009.

I have undertaken clinical positions in both South Africa and the UK having worked in general surgery and breast surgery before deciding to become a GP.

A little about me, I love animals, I enjoy reading and attend a monthly book club with friends where we take turns selecting the book of the month. I volunteer at my local Park Run when I can and have recently started running again with the aim of doing a 10km in December. I am looking forward to joining the Newhall Team for runs in the future, who are, as you will be aware, a 'Park Run Practice'.

I enjoy hiking and recently climbed Ben Nevis, it was very challenging but enjoyable. My favourite hiking places have been the Lake District, Derwent Valley and the Wye Valley.

I am very much looking forward to meeting you all and getting to know the area, having worked most recently in the London.