Mount Road Practice PPG

Mount Road Practice PPG

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Mount Road Practice PPG episodes

  • MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 33, November 2024

    This is the Audio version of the PPG Newsletter, Issue 33 - November 2024.

    The newsletter contains items on: -

    • The PPG party for socially isolated Patients – Donations request
    • The VAST Door2Door Transport scheme.
    • Parent and Child Parking  at the surgery.
    • Congratulations to Lesley Lomas on 40 years service for the NHS.
    • Movember - Mens Health Awareness Month.
    • Information on the RSV vaccinations.


      • These are the links referenced in the podcast: -

      information otnhe VAST Door2Door trasport scheme - https://vast.org.uk/door2door/ 

      Movember, 5 things you should know - https://uk.movember.com/mens-health/general

      Information  on the RSV Vaccine - https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/rsv-vaccine/


      We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected]

      Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here

      Link to subscribe to the PPG Newsletter - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration


      More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview


      If you have any questions, or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts you can email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

      5 min
    • MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 32, October 2024

      This is the Audio version of the PPG Newsletter, Issue 32 - October 2024.


      The newsletter contains items on: -

      • The availability of the Podcast by Dr Hussain.
      • October being National Stop Smoking Month.
      • The Carer Advice Day on 24th October.
      • The National Cancer Patient Experience Survey.
      • A request to make sure People who have served in the Armed Forces are registered as veterans with the practice.
      • The Friends and Family Test results for September.


        • These are the links referenced in the podcast: -

        Podcast by Dr Hussain - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-podcasts

        NHS Stop Smoking website - https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

        The National Cancer Patient Experience Survey - https://www.ncpes.co.uk/

        Link to the online Friends and Family Test form: - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/friends-and-family-test-online


        We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected]

        Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here

        Link to subscribe to the PPG Newsletter - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration


        More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview


        If you have any questions, or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts you can email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

        5 min
      • Episode 43 - A chat with Dr Hussain who introduces herself to the patients

        Episode description

        Dr Hussain, who joined the practice in June, talks to us about her journey to becoming a GP, and how she came to be at Mount Road Practice.


        During the chat, Dr Hussain covers such things as: -

        • What made her want to be a GP?
        • How she progressed after qualifying.
        • What brought her to the area and how she came to be at Mount Road Practice.
        • The best part of being a GP.
        • A message to the patients.

        and a little bit about herself.


        I’m sure you will find the interview both informative and interesting, I know I did. 


        As always, If you have any questions or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts, you can email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ 


        Here is the link to the online Friends and Family Test  mentioned in the podcast: - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/friends-and-family-test-online


        More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview


        If you have any questions, or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts you can email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

        6 min
      • MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 31, September 2024

        The main Item of this episode is an update on the Defibrillator project currently being undertaken by the PPG.


        It also contains: -

        • Details on how to learn CPR in 15 Minutes.
        • Information on how to locate Defibrillators near you.
        • Information on the Digital Skills Workshop being held in Newcastle Library
        • The Friends and Family Test results for August 2024


          • These are the links referenced in the podcast: -

          Learn CPR in 15 minutes -https://www.bhf.org.uk/how-you-can-help/how-to-save-a-life/how-to-do-cpr

          LLink to online Defibrillator finder (Defibfinder UK) - https://www.defibfinder.uk


          Link to the practice website - https://www.mountroadpractice.nhs.uk/

          Link to the Latest News page on the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/blog

          Link to the online Friends and Family Test form: - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/friends-and-family-test-online

          Link to subscribe to the PPG Newsletter - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/newsletter-registration


          We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected]

          Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here


          More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview


          If you have any questions, or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts you can email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

          5 min
        • MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 30, August 2024

          The main Item of this episode is a review of the 2024 GP Patient Survey Results.


          It also contains: -

          • A reminder of the upcoming Bank Holiday on 27th August and information on how to contact NHS 111


            • These are the links referenced in the podcast: -

            Link to the full results for all GP practices on the Patient Survey website - https://gp-patient.co.uk/

            Link to the online Friends and Family Test form: - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/friends-and-family-test-online

            Link to NHS 111 online - https://111.nhs.uk/


            Link to the practice website - https://www.mountroadpractice.nhs.uk/

            Link to the Latest News page on the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/blog


            We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected]

            Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here


            More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview

            6 min
          • MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 29, July 2024

            The main Item of this episode is a welcome to Dr Zainab Hussain who joined the GP team last month.


            It also contains: -

            • Information about contacting the surgery online
            • An update on the PPG Awareness Week.
            • Information regarding travel vaccinations.
            • A link to our guide of how to order repeat prescriptions via the NHS App.


              • These are the links referenced in the podcast: -

              Link to the Online consultation form -  https://florey.accurx.com/p/M83084

              Link to the practice website - https://www.mountroadpractice.nhs.uk/

              How to order repeat prescriptions via the NHS App - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/repeat-prescrition-on-nhs-app

              Vaccination guidance for the country you are travelling - https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries.


              Link to the practice website - https://www.mountroadpractice.nhs.uk/

              Link to the Latest News page on the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/blog


              We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected]

              Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here


              More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview


              If you have any questions, or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts you can email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

              5 min
            • MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 28, June 2024

              The main Item of this episode is about the First-anniversary celebration of our weekly Dementia Activity Group.


              It also contains: -

              • Details of PPG Awareness week.
              • Information about the upcoming Pensioners’ support fair.
              • A call from HealthWatch Staffordshire asking for people to share their experience of Dialysis services.
              • Details on a new Parent/Carer group run by Little Humans Staffordshire CIC.
              • Information on the next Monthly Digital Health Workshop.


                • These are the links referenced in the podcast: -

                BBC Sounds (Lee Blakeman show episode selector) - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p016nj82/episodes/guide

                HealtWatch Staffordshire Dialysis Service Survey - https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/QR2FUQ/


                Link to the practice website - https://www.mountroadpractice.nhs.uk/

                Link to the Latest News page on the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/blog


                We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected]

                Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here


                More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview


                If you have any questions, or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts you can email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

                5 min
              • MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 27, May 2024

                The main Item of this episode is about carers and Young Carers and encourages carers to make sure they are registered with the surgery.


                It also contains: -

                • A request to ensure that patient contact details are up to date.
                • Information about the upcoming Pensioners’ support fair.
                • Details on the NHS App Digital Drop-in sessions.
                • A reminder about the May Bank holiday closures for the surgery, and where to get support.
                • A request to ensure that appointments are cancelled if not required, and not forgotten.


                  • These are the links referenced in the podcast: -

                  Link to online consultation tool to advise of contact detail changes, or to cancel your appointment - https://florey.accurx.com/p/M83084

                  Access NHS 111 online - https://111.nhs.uk/

                  Link to register online with the surgery as a carer - https://www.mountroadpractice.nhs.uk/services/nhs-services/carers/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0c1OoObpFfB66Bxp1MJTvCWZaN3flkGF6mXBEWozqwT4_29M5HvXI6AXE_aem_AeldS4ewaG0MQSkYjSEeGo6kBaqhzGq6ZI-1PoAkSfoZm8r67fi3HqFqsQo5WSyOzb51QdcENeX3dpeVy-EFAedS

                  Link to the practice website - https://www.mountroadpractice.nhs.uk/

                  Link to the Latest News page on the PPG website - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/blog


                  We’re sure that you will find the content both informative and enlightening, but as always, if you have any feedback or any future topics you would like to see covered don't hesitate to get in touch with us via our website http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk or email us at [email protected]

                  Link to download Newsletter - Download your copy here


                  More information about the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview


                  If you have any questions, or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts you can email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ 

                  6 min
                • MRP PPG Newsletter - Issue 26, April 2024

                  Information on the podcast by Claire Knight who is the Operations Manager for the Newcastle North Primary Care Network (PCN) where she talks about the PCN.


                  It also contains: -

                  • Information about the Footsteps Cafe at Whitehill Methodist Community Church.
                  • The Friends and Family Test results for January to March 2024
                  • A request for patients to join the PPG?


                    • Here is a link  where you can find out more about the PCN -  https://www.newcastlenorthpcn.nhs.uk

                    More information bout the PPG, and what it is can be found on the PPG website here - http://mountroadpracticeppg.nhs.uk/ppg-overview


                    If you have any questions, or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts you can email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠ 


                    4 min
                  • Claire Knight (NN-PCN Operations Manager) talks to us about our PCN

                    Claire Knight who is the Operations Manager for the Newcastle North Primary Care Network (PCN) talks about the PCN and covers the following topics: -

                    • What is a PCN?
                    • Why do we have to be in a PCN?
                    • Who is in the PCN?
                    • What services are offered by the PCN?
                    • How does the Newcastle North PCN compare to other PCNs?


                      • Here is a link to the Newcastle North Primary Care Network (NN-PCN) website if you would like to find out more: - https://www.newcastlenorthpcn.nhs.uk

                      If you have any questions or suggestions for other topics we can cover in future podcasts you can email us at [email protected] 

                      5 min

                    About Mount Road Practice PPG

                    From the publisher's feed

                    Welcome to the Mount Road Practice PPG (Patient Participation Group) podcast, your go-to resource for patient care at Mount Road Practice, delving into the world of health and medical podcasting.