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We are pleased to announce we have a New GP starting with us at Riverside Dr Roe will start at the practice at the end of July and she will be working 3.5 days a week. Dr Roe has worked as a GP in the Cambridgeshire area and we are delighted to have her join…

Riverside Pharmacy is taking part in the Meningitis Vaccine campaign that start mid July This is a one off vaccination programme to help protect those at the highest risk of MenB ahead of the usual Autumn Peak in the under 25 age group Those is Year 13 will be contacted directly through the NHS App,…

We all look forward to the Summer Shine, but the hotter weather can sometimes bring a few health challenges. We want to help you and your families enjoy the summer safely and comfortably. Here are a few simple tips Sun’s UV rays can damage your skin even on cloudy days  –  Protect your skin and…

Dr Joyce will be sadly leaving Riverside at the end of June Dr Joyce has been with the practice a number of years and is a firm favourite with patients  and will be missed by all. Riverside wish Dr Joyce all the best in her Retirement and we would like to say Thank you for…

Good morning we are currently having issues with the phones in the surgery This has been reported and is being looked into. If you require contact with the surgery please use the online link to request or come to the surgery to see reception   We do hope to have this resolved shortly and will…

The Surgery will be closed on the afternoon of the 13th May from 1pm for staff training The Surgery will re open as normal on Thursday 14th may at 8am All routine requests can be sent to the surgery via the on line Acurex request this will still be open during the closure and monitored…

With meningitis cases on the rise across the UK we advise if you are presenting with any of the following symptoms to head down to your local treatment center for further advise and treatment. Meningitis can be very serious if not treated quickly, you do not need to wait for a rash if you think…

Dear Patients, It with sadness that we would like to share that Dr Peter Spofforth sadly passed away last week.  Peter  had been a Senior partner of the Riverside team for a number of years and will be deeply missed by patients and staff here at Riverside We send our thoughts to the family at…

women’s community get together 120 spaces available Join us from 10am -12pm 8th Feb 2026 Discussions around Menopause, Cervical Screening, Breast Care with health care professionals in attendance to offer support and advise Tea, coffee and buffet will be provided Location : Ramsey Community Centre PE26 2UR

Pharmacy opening hours Christmas day 2025 March  –  Cornerstone pharmacy  -9.00am -13.00pm Wisbech – North Brink Pharmacy  – 8.30am -12.30pm Huntingdon Acorn pharmacy, The Oaktree Centre  Pe29 7hn  –  13.00pm -17.00pm Peterborough – MI Pharmacy Werrington Centre Pe4 6na  – 14.00pm-18.00pm Peterborough  –  West Town Pharmacy, Mayors walk Pe3 6ex  – 14.00pm-18.00pm

Riverside Opening hours over the festive period the surgery will be open **Riverside would like to wish all our patients a very  Happy Christmas &  Happy New year ** Monday 22nd –  Normal hours Tuesday 23rd  –  Normal hours Christmas  Eve –  Normal hours Christmas Day – CLOSED Boxing Day –  CLOSED ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Monday 29th…

As of October 1st, 2025, all GP practices in England are required to publish the new patient charter, “You and Your General Practice.” This document, introduced by NHS England, is designed to help you understand what to expect from our practice and how you can work with us to get the best care possible. The charter…

please see the guidance on those eligible for the covid vaccines this winter season

We are changing the way we book our routine appointments from the 22nd September 2025. For all routine, follow up or Non Urgent appointments, results, sick notes and medication requests, we are inviting patients to use the NHS APP or AccurX or the practice website and use the link on the front screen. We are…

The Surgery will be closed on Thursday 18th September from 1pm for Staff Training The surgery will re-open as normal on Friday 19th September at 8am If you have any medical emergencies that cannot wait until the surgery re-opens please contact 111 or if its life threatening please contact 999   Thank you

*** Anglia Water are starting works down Marylebone Road from Weds 23rd July for 4 weeks *** It is planned that Marylebone Road will be closed however they will maintain access to the car park for patients attending the surgery & Pharmacy With the above going on PLEASE can we ask all patients coming to…

Did you know you use the can contact us online. The CONTACT US link on the front screen. By using this you can request non urgent appointments, request medical certificates, general enquires and even medication queries The link is available during our working hours and on weekends. * How does this work for you –…

ROLL UP ROLL UP …. THE SURGERY WILL BE DELIVERING THE FLU & COVID WINTER PROGRAM. PROVISONAL DATE THIS WILL START FROM IS OCTOBER 2025 FROM MID AUGUST WE WILL BE SENDING OUT INVITES FOR THOSE THAT REQUIRE FLU / COVID TO BE BOOKED READY FOR OCTOBER ********PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT RECEPTION UNTILL WE MAKE…

Keep out of the heat if you can. If you have to go outside, stay in the shade especially between 11am and 3pm, wear sunscreen, a hat and light clothes, and avoid exercise or activity that makes you hotter. Cool yourself down. Have cold food and drinks, avoid alcohol, caffeine and hot drinks, and have…

We now have appointments available with the nursing team on a Wednesday evening during hours 6:30pm and 8pm Telephone GP calls are available on alternative Saturdays to book These appointments are all available to book via reception.

We are not able to prescribe this in General Practice locally. GP Practices can refer eligible patients for assessment, to ‘Healthy You’, the provider that has been commissioned to provide the service. There is a strict criteria that patients will have to meet in order to be eligible ie: a BMI over 40 and other…

Parkinson’s UK is pleased to announce an event that is happening in Cambridgeshire for carers of people with Parkinson’s. We are hosting a day for carers to get information and support about caring for a loved one with Parkinson’s, and an opportunity to meet others in a similar position. The event is being held on…

Everyone in the UK has the right to free care from a GP. If you don’t have proof of ID or address, you can still register. Immigration status or nationality don’t matter – reception won’t ask for immigration documents and won’t share your information with the Home Office unless serious crime is involved.

What we delivered & received during the months of March & April 2024. If you have any issues accessing this document, please contact the practice.

Overall, how was your experience of our service? Good Samantha gave good explanation of why we take medication Very good Nurse Ruth was very knowledgeable, approachable and kind. My options were explained clearly and I feel supported. Thanks you Good Every member of staff – kind helpful. Please let phlebotomist have pictures facing patients chair….

Information and practice updates provided by the Riverside Practices Patient Participation Group

Information and practice updates provided by the Riverside Practices Patient Participation Group

Information and practice updates provided by the Riverside Practices Patient Participation Group

Information and practice updates provided by the Riverside Practices Patient Participation Group

Information and practice updates provided by the Riverside Practices Patient Participation Group