Quinton Practice

10/11/2025

Please note
The two minutes silence will be observed by Quinton Practice tomorrow.

10/11/2025

REMINDER: 🚨
Clinicians finish their clinics at 12.30 tomorrow due to protected learning provided by our commissioning board. This is compulsory.
Triage forms to be put in early for appointment anything else will be triage on Wednesday.

Thank you

05/11/2025

Men's Health Matters - see event

03/11/2025

Our first day of triage is complete.
This system is adding on your issue and this gets reviewed by trained clinicians who are best placed to assist you.
You complete a form via the app, website or via the link below.

PLEASE NOTE if you cannot do this you can call / attend and the staff will complete this form for you.

The team will always help you to get this submitted.

Contact us about your request

03/11/2025

REMINDER 🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨
Today we start total triage. Please complete your triage form for an appontment.
If you cannot do this please call or attend in the same we you did before. We will complete for you.

01/11/2025

Men's Mental Health Awareness Month is in November, which aims to raise awareness of the mental health challenges men face, encourage open conversations, and reduce the stigma around seeking help. The month-long event also focuses on physical health issues like prostate and testicular cancer, and suicide prevention, with the Movember campaign being a major initiative.

What the month is about
Raising awareness: It highlights the importance of mental health services tailored for men and addresses unique struggles men face due to societal pressures.

Encouraging conversation: It encourages men to talk about their feelings and health, both to their peers and with professionals.

Breaking the stigma: It seeks to change the societal expectation that men should "tough it out" and instead normalize seeking support and therapy.

Promoting well-being: It encourages healthier coping strategies and self-care routines, and addresses physical health concerns such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and suicide prevention.
Why it's important

High rates of suicide: Suicide is the leading cause of death for men under 50 in the UK, and men are less likely to access psychological therapies.

Underlying issues: Societal pressure can lead men to hide their struggles, often masking them with alcohol, drugs, or escapist behavior, which can escalate to more serious problems.
Silence and isolation: Men are less likely to talk about their feelings, leading to silence, isolation, and a potential lack of recognition when they need help.

20/10/2025

Contact details in the poster - please contact if this applies to you

17/10/2025

COMMON QUESTIONS AROUND TOTAL TRIAGE :
💬 Common Questions
Q: Can I still see my GP face-to-face?
Yes – if the clinician reviewing your request decides that a face-to-face appointment is the best option, we’ll arrange that.
Q: What if I’m not good with technology?
That’s OK! You can still call or come to the reception desk, and we’ll help you through the triage process.
Q: Is this just about saving money?
No – it’s about providing safer, faster, and more appropriate care for everyone. We want to make sure patients get the help they need without unnecessary delays.
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📞 Need Help?
If you have questions about the new system, our reception team is happy to explain and guide you. You can also visit our website for more details:
🌐 Quinton Practice
📞 01922 415515

17/10/2025

🏥 Your GP Practice Newsletter
Big Changes to How You Access Care: Moving to Total Triage
Dear Patients,
We’re making an important change to how you contact and access services at our practice. From 3rd November we will be moving to a Total Triage system for all appointment and care requests.
This means every patient request will be reviewed by a clinical team before an appointment is offered. Whether your need is clinical or administrative, we will assess it first to ensure you get the right care, at the right time, from the right person.
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🤔 Why Are We Making This Change?
We understand that accessing GP appointments can sometimes be frustrating. We’ve listened to your feedback and looked at ways to improve. Here’s why Total Triage works better for everyone:
✅ Faster Access for Urgent Needs
Triage helps us prioritise patients based on urgency. You’ll be seen more quickly if your need is more urgent, and routine problems won’t block the system.
✅ More Efficient Use of Appointments
Many issues can be resolved without needing to come into the surgery – by phone, text message, video call, or even through advice we send. This frees up appointments for those who need them most.
✅ Improved Patient Safety
All requests are assessed by trained staff or clinicians. This helps us spot red flags early and ensure no one slips through the net.
✅ Reduced Waiting Times
By managing demand more effectively, we can reduce waiting times and improve availability overall.
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💻 How Will It Work?
1. You contact us (by phone or via our website)
2. You complete a short request form (or our receptionist helps you)
3. A clinician reviews your request and decides on the best next step:
o Same-day appointment (in-person or phone)
o Future appointment
o Advice or prescription without appointment
o Signposting to another service (e.g. pharmacy, physiotherapy)
Don’t worry – if you can’t use the internet, you can still phone us or come to the desk. Our team will help you through the process.
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👂 Your Feedback Matters
We know this is a big change, and we want to get it right. We’re here to support you and answer any questions.
We’ll be collecting feedback during the first few weeks to make sure the new system is working well for everyone.

14/10/2025

REMINDER:
The practice has no afternoon appointments due protected learning for the clinicians.
Please call NHS 111 if you require the assistance. Walk in centres are available.

09/10/2025

Updated guidance from NHS England