Ivy Grove Surgery

24/04/2026

Our very own Dr Riva Greer is running the London Marathon this Sunday in aid of the Miscarriage Association, so please join us in wishing her all the best!

You will find Dr Greer's story in the latest issue of the newsletter at https://ivygrove.org.uk/news-20260401.html and also her JustGiving donation page at https://www.justgiving.com/page/riva-francis-6

The book stall is still in place in the waiting room and will now be an ongoing feature of Ivy Grove, so please visit and donate if you get the chance.

Many thanks for all your kind support!

Go smash it Riva!

24/04/2026

Dear Patients

We have created a new information page on test results, to hopefully allay any concerns about test results, not hearing from us, what comments on results mean, and top tips on how to access your results.

You will find the new page at ivy.gs/results

This new page is the sister page to our existing and very popular information page on having repeat tests, which is at ivy.gs/repeat-tests

We hope you find both pages useful.

Welcome to Ivy Grove Surgery, always aiming to provide high quality and friendly family health care

01/04/2026

Dear Patients

Please find the latest issue of Ivy Grove News just published:

http://ivy.gs/news

New Year wellbeing; Home visits reminder; Stroke symptoms; Sepsis alert; Meningitis; Other emergencies; Marathon update; Waiting times; Medication requests; PPG; Did you know...? infographic posters: Did you know what the NHS 10 year plan says about a new GP contract? Did you know the difference between a GP and a specialist? Part 1 Did you know the difference between a GP and a specialist? Part 2 Did you know about text messaging? Did you know the changing face of General Practice? Part 1 Did you know what government targets don't measure? Did you know what on earth the Health Secretary says? Part 2 Did you know about unfunded work? Part 1 - what is unfunded work? Did you know about unfunded work? Part 2 - examples of unfunded work Did you know about unfunded work? Part 3 - why can't GPs do unfunded work?; Next year's centenary; New Practice Manager; Return of Dr Lavender; Intro to Dr Nirban; Feedback

Welcome to Ivy Grove Surgery, always aiming to provide high quality and friendly family health care

26/03/2026

Did you know NHS General Practice is incredible value?

Since this poster was created, the £112 figure is now £123, which may seem like a big increase, but is still actually less than 34p a day for the cost of your care from your NHS GP.

Many people are now easily paying more than £100 to see a private GP for just 1 (one) appointment...

19/03/2026

In response to queries, we have produced a patient information page on the current meningitis outbreak, including details about antibiotics, vaccinations, NHS advice and what to do if you suspect meningitis

Welcome to Ivy Grove Surgery, always aiming to provide high quality and friendly family health care

22/01/2026

EDIT: 13:15hrs Power has now been restored. Many thanks for bearing with us

Please note there is a power cut affecting the locality and the surgery. Any actions requiring the use of a computer will be currently restricted, e.g., results, medication prescribing and requests, online consultation requests, letters. Please bear with us during this time.

National Grid inform us that power may be restored around 2.00pm.

https://powercuts.nationalgrid.co.uk/DE53TH

In the meantime, please use our website to get the help you need:
http://ivy.gs/get-help
http://ivy.gs/self-refer
http://ivy.gs/mental-health
http://ivy.gs/poorly
http://ivy.gs/full
http://ivy.gs/closed

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09/01/2026

Please note that conditions near the surgery are treacherous. Roads and pavements are slippery and wet. Due to road and public transport conditions many of our staff have not yet been able to make it into surgery. We strongly advise patients only to travel to surgery if absolutely necessary.

Please use our website to get the help you need:

http://ivy.gs/get-help
http://ivy.gs/self-refer
http://ivy.gs/mental-health
http://ivy.gs/poorly
http://ivy.gs/full
http://ivy.gs/closed

31/12/2025

Derbyshire practices are closing early at 4.30pm this New Year's Eve.

For help and support 24-7, please visit the following links:

http://ivy.gs/self-refer
http://ivy.gs/symptom-checker
http://ivy.gs/mental-health
https://111.nhs.uk/
http://ivy.gs/full
http://ivy.gs/closed

Wishing all our patients a Happy (and Healthy) New Year, and see you in 2026!

18/12/2025

With the significant rise in flu and covid cases, we are now advising any patient attending with respiratory illness to please wear a face mask that covers their mouth and nose, whilst they are in the surgery building, whether that be in waiting room, corridor or in consultation with their clinician.

We are kindly asking our patients to take this precautionary step to help keep other patients, our staff and the community safe, whilst being mindful of the wishes of many not to become unwell, at any time, but especially at this time of year. Thank you.

12/12/2025

Dear Patients

Welcome to the latest edition of Ivy Grove News. You can view the newsletter at http://ivy.gs/news

Contents: Ways to reach us recap; Flu vacc update; Simple home page; Cervical smear update; Dr Greer's marathon quest; Greener General Practice; Minor ops update; Vasectomy requests; Former practice manager; New practice manager; Christmas opening hours; Did you know where health begins?; Did you know about GP business?; Did you know about the GP contract?; Did you know why the NHS needs GP partners?; Did you know what GP partners do?; Did you know about GP admin?; Did you know about GPs are out of work?; Did you know about GP technology?; Did you know how to bring back the family doctor?; Did you know what the NHS 10 year plan says about your GP?; Research; Mental health support; Random video quiz; Dad jokes; Positive feedback

Wishing all our patients a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year!

Welcome to Ivy Grove Surgery, always aiming to provide high quality and friendly family health care

09/12/2025

Did you know NHS General Practice is incredible value?

(Update since this poster was created: the fee that GPs get for looking after you for one year has increased to £123.34, or 33p per day, still incredible value...)

26/11/2025

Our wonderful Dr Greer will be running the London Marathon 2026 in support of The Miscarriage Association. Their purpose is to strive to make a positive difference for everyone affected by miscarriage. The mission is simple, by running the marathon Dr Greer is raising awareness of pregnancy loss, providing support and information, and challenging policy and practice to improve care and understanding. 💙
To understand Dr Greer's journey with the London marathon and to donate please scan the QR code below. Any donations no matter how big or small are all gratefully received. Alternatively, when you visit the practice check out Dr Greer's book stall in our reception area where all proceeds are donated to The Miscarriage Association. 💗