Lakeside Medical Practice News Letter 2025: issue 2

 

Welcome to our second addition of our Patient newsletter from Lakeside Medical Practice. 

We are a large expanding Practice that currently has over 19.200 registered patients, we run Patients appointments from 07.30 am to 18.30pm. Monday to Friday closed Saturday and Sundays. 

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Services we offer are as follows

  • Anticoagulation
  • Asthma Clinics                             
  • Baby Clinic
  • Cervical Screening (Smear Tests)
  • Condom Cards
  • Contraceptive Services
  • COPD Clinic
  • Diabetic Clinics (for all ages)
  •  Blood Pressure Clinic
  • Keeping Patients Well
  • Menopause
  • Minor Surgical Procedures
  • NHS Health Checks
  • Over the Age of 75
  • Post Natal Checks
  • Sexual Health
  • Smoking Cessation
  • STI Testing
  • Travel Clinic
     
 

We are pleased to welcome to Lakeside

  • Dr Tan - starting in January 2026
  • Devan - Physiotherapist starting in January 2026
  • Nurse Sophie - Joined in September 2025
  • Nurse Montunrayo - Joined in September 2025
  • Receptionist Tillie - Joined in November 2025
  • Admin Tina - Joined in November 2025
  • Admin Hannah - Joined in November 2025
 

We sadly said goodbye to

  • Dr Nair.
  • Reception supervisor Gemma.

We would like to wish them all the best in their new adventures.

 

Parking at the Practice

Unfortunately, we do not supply Patient Parking at the practice, we have a small car park for clinicians only, and parking in the street is available in Yarnton way pass the no Parking signs. The area is patrolled by traffic wardens, and many tickets are issued so Please be aware of the parking restrictions, as we are not liable for any fines.

 

Christmas and new year closures:

  • Christmas day – Closed.
  • Boxing Day – Closed.
  • New Years Day – Closed.
 
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Congratulations

  • Congratulations to Emma, who has been promoted to reception Manager.
  • Congratulations to Danielle, who has been promoted to reception supervisor.
  • And Congratulations to Kimberly Walker Care co-ordinator for you hard work and dedication on winning the employee of the month for December 2025.
 

Patient Participation Group

We have an established Patient Participation Group (PPG) and are now looking to recruit new members to ensure a representative group.

The PPG aims to act as the ‘voice of patients’, reflecting local views and opinions and thereby having a say in changes and decisions taken within the Practice.

Last meeting we gained a few new members and are happy for more to attend the meeting on 19th of December at 10am.

On the last meeting at the Practice, it was mentioned about group activities like, arts and crafts, knitting, wellbeing, seated exercise, walks, and much more. We had the pleasure of being in touch with Gill and Nicky who are going to set up some Activities within Lakeside possibly once a week.

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Repeat prescriptions

Please order prescriptions at least 72 hours in advance. The quickest way is via the NHS APP, where you can also check when your prescription has been issued.

 

Medication reviews

If you receive a message inviting you for a Medication review, please book promptly.

These reviews ensure your treatment is safe and effective.

 

NHS App -  have you signed up

The NHS APP allows you to:

  • Order repeat prescriptions.
  • View test results.
  • Check your medical records.
  • Manage appointments.
  • Receive messages from the practice.

If you need or require any help setting it up, our reception team can assist you.

 

Health & wellbeing focus-winter wellness.

Flu and COVID vaccinations are still available for eligible groups, including:

  • Over 65s
  • Patients with long-term conditions
  • Pregnant
  • Carers

Please contact reception or book through the NHS APP if you have not yet had your vaccine.

 

Help Prevent Winter Illness

  • Wash hands regularly.
  • Keep your home warm.
  • Stay hydrated.
  • Seek advice early if you have symptoms that are worsening.

Learn more about how any Pharmacy can help with minor illnesses

 

Mental Health support

If you’re struggling with stress, low mood, or Anxiety, you can self-refer to local NHS talking therapy services without seeing a GP.

Visit the NHS talking therapies website or speak to our team for guidance.

 
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Social Coffee Morning- Run by Mrs Tina Munns

A relaxed and friendly gathering to catch up, have a chat, and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee together.

  • When - the first Wednesday of every month. 11am till 12. 
  • Where - at Lakeside Medical Practice on the 2nd floor. 
  • Why - Because good company and great tea or coffee makes the perfect start to anyone’s day, 

Whether you’re new or a regular, everyone’s welcome, bring a smile and lets share some good vibes, Hope to see you there?? 

 

Upcoming Clinics

  1. Asthma and COPD Reviews: Available weekly.
  2. Blood Pressure Checks: Available weekly.
  3. Cervical Screening: Available weekly.
  4. Child Immunisations: Available weekly.
 

Fund Raising: (Christmas Raffle)

We are currently fund raising for the Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice, we are sure a cause close to most of our hearts, we are doing a Christmas Raffle lots of great prizes please support us to support the Hospice and ask at reception for a raffle ticket.

 

Message of thanks: (Boots Crayford)

We would like to say a massive thank you to Jo and her team at Boots Crayford for again your very kind gift’s you donated for the Christmas Raffle, thank you for your ongoing support to Lakeside and the team for helping to support our community.

We would like to take this opportunity to wish all our patients a very Happy Christmas and best wishes for the coming year 2026.

Published: Dec 17, 2025