Ever wondered why you can get an appointment?
In the last week alone there were 16 GP appointments and 66 Nurse appointments wasted due to patients not attending […]
Armed Forces veteran-friendly accreditation
We have now been awarded the Armed Forces veteran-friendly accreditation, and we have an accredited clinician Sister Kelly Collins who is […]
Following a review by the Doctors, managers and the Patient Group of the 2019 patient survey a number of changes have been made.
These include: · An increase in GP appointments· Pharmacist Face to face and telephone appointments (Birkenshaw)· Birkenshaw opening Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons· Changes […]
Blackburn Road Medical Centre has become the first GP practice in Kirklees to be awarded a gold award under a national pilot that brings the ‘Pride in Practice’ programme to the district.
The scheme, part of a pilot funded by the Government Equalities Office, co-ordinated by NHS North Kirklees and NHS Greater […]
Upgrading Electronic Prescription Service (EPS)
We are upgrading to the next phase of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) which will mean that almost all our […]
New procedure when attending either Blackburn Road or Birkenshaw Health Centre
We’re asking all patients to arrive on time, alone and wearing a face covering when attending either Blackburn Road or […]
Children (0-18) and shielding – 6 July update
The majority of children who have been previously identified as ‘clinically extremely vulnerable’ will no longer need to shield. Does […]
Your Covid Recovery – new website to support people
Evidence shows that a significant proportion of post COVID-19 patients are likely to have significant ongoing health problems, notably breathing […]
Retirement of Dr. David Fowers
After 32 years of association with Blackburn Road Medical Centre It is with much sadness that we announce Dr Fowers […]
NEW LOCKDOWN/COVID 19 VACCINATION – Impact on staffing levels
As has been the case throughout the pandemic the Practice remains open to patients. However, the new national lockdown coupled […]