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A group of admin colleagues from Royal Primary Care (RPC) Derbyshire – a set of nine GP practices that are part of the Chesterfield Hospital NHS Foundation Trust group – … [continue] Chesterfield Group of GP Colleagues Show They Care About Every Cancer Screening Test and Patient!

Our surgeries will be closed for the Late May Bank Holiday on Monday, 27 May and will reopen as usual on Tuesday, 28 May.   Please Think Which Service you … [continue] Late May Bank Holiday Closure: Monday, 27 May

Quick, convenient healthcare at your local pharmacy ⭐️   🏥 Pharmacy First lets you get certain prescription medications for some minor ailments from your local pharmacy without needing an appointment … [continue] NHS Pharmacy First

Our surgeries will be closed for the May Bank Holiday on Monday, 6 May and will reopen as usual on Tuesday, 7 May Please Think Which Service you need this … [continue] May Bank Holiday Closure: Monday, 6 May

Minutes were reviewed for accuracy – there were a small number of spelling mistakes but no matters arising. Apologies, welcomes and introductions The practice introduced a member of the Communications … [continue] PPG Meeting Minutes – Thursday, 18 April

We are excited to announce the launch of our brand new websites. The websites have a fresh new look, and we thrilled to share them with you! We’ve worked alongside … [continue] Welcome to the brand new RPC website

On Saturday 7th September in lieu of the annual RPC Charity Marathon Walk, 4 of our very own will be taking part in Action Medical Research‘s Race The Sun. Dr Bentley, ANP … [continue] Action Medical Research: Race The Sun Fundraiser

Our surgeries will be closed for urgent appointments and general enquiries from Friday, 29 March – Monday, 1 April and will reopen as usual on Tuesday, 2 April. Any prebooked … [continue] Easter Bank Holiday Weekend Closure

Our Research team have WON the award for their Exceptional Performance in Commercial Research. The team were rewarded for their commitment to expanding research opportunities and exceeding recruitment targets. Congratulations … [continue] Winners: Exception Performance in Commercial Research

A Chesterfield woman has become the first patient GLOBALLY to be dosed in a phase III clinical trial in uncontrolled and resistant hypertension (high blood pressure). A patient at Royal … [continue] First patient dosed in global Phase lll clinical trial at Royal Primary Care Ashgate

The minutes of the meeting held on 21st December were approved with minor typing errors noted, there were no matters arising. Practice Update The practice shared an update on some … [continue] PPG Meeting Minutes – Thursday, 15 February

This week is Cervical Cancer Prevention Week Here’s a message from our Practice Nurse Tara about the importance of Cervical Screening and how we can help to put you at … [continue] Cervical Cancer Prevention Week 2024

The minutes of the meeting held on 24th August were approved, there were no matters arising. Apologies, welcomes and introductions The Chair introduced and welcomed Dr Alice Fenton, RPC GP … [continue] PPG Meeting Minutes – Thursday 21st December 2023

🎄𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 🎄   Saturday 23rd December – Saturday Clinic* Sunday 24th December – Closed Monday 25th December – Closed Tuesday 26th December – Closed Wednesday 27th December – … [continue] Christmas Opening Hours 2023

We are pleased to introduce AccuRx to our suite of online services to help those who wish to access us digitally. Through AccuRx you’ll be able to submit appointment requests (for … [continue] Introducing AccuRx

The number of confirmed cases of measles in the UK has increased in young people. Measles is a highly contagious infection that spreads very easily and can lead to serious … [continue] Think Measles!

Following on from our patient survey last month, 79% of our patients said they would opt for a call back if they rang the surgery for an appointment to discuss … [continue] Change is Coming: Telephone System

The Derbyshire Home from Hospital Service provides practical support for vulnerable people leaving hospital, or those living at home but at risk of being admitted.   The service is available … [continue] Home from Hospital Derbyshire

Maintaining a well-balanced diet can have numerous benefits for your overall health.   Filling your plate with a mix of wholesome nutrients can boost your energy levels and strengthen your … [continue] Self Care Week: Well Balanced Diet

Incorporating regular exercise into your routine can have several positive impacts on managing long-term health conditions! Improved overall physical well-being: Exercise can boost your cardiovascular health, strengthen muscles, and increase … [continue] Self Care Week: Benefits of Exercising with a Long-Term Condition

Did you know that staying connected can significantly improve your overall wellbeing? Research suggests that building social connections can have positive impacts on your mental and physical health!  Emotional Support: … [continue] Self Care Week: Stay Connected

Recruitment in Primary Care has become increasingly difficult over the last few years with more GPs leaving the profession than joining, which has made taking on new GPs a very … [continue] Change is Coming: Staffing

So far this year we’ve had over 6000 responses to our Family & Friends test. We’ve been looking into your feedback and using this to make decisions about how we … [continue] Change is Coming: How We Book Your Appointment

In last month’s patient survey, 95% of patients said that they would be happy to see any clinician on the same day for a problem if they were unwell with … [continue] Change is Coming: Appointment System

Through our recent patient survey and our Family & Friends Test, you’ve had your say, we’ve listened and now we’re putting change into action to make access to our services … [continue] Change is Coming: To Help You Access Us

Breast Screening is one of the three cancer screening programmes offered in England. About 1 in 8 women in the UK are diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. If … [continue] Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Screening

The minutes of the meeting held on 24th August were approved, there were no matters arising. Apologies, welcomes and introductions Practice Update The practice reported a temporary increase in DNAs … [continue] PPG Meeting Minutes – Thursday 19th October 2023

Did you know Live Life Better Derbyshire offer a local stop smoking service that can greatly increase your chances of successfully quitting smoking?   The stop smoking advisors at Live … [continue] Stoptober 2023 – Live Life Better Derbyshire

We want to make patients aware that there are global problems with the availability and supply of a range of medication used to treat ADHD. This is an issue beyond … [continue] ADHD Medications Shortage

🌍✨Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay! 💙🧠 🧠 Taking care of our mental health is essential for a balanced and fulfilling life! Here are some tips to help you keep your mind in … [continue] World Mental Health Day 2023