Proposed closure and relocation of the dispensary
The CCG is supporting the Gables Medical Practice to seek the views of their patients, the wider public and their stakeholders on the proposed closure of their branch surgery in Cambois and the relocation of the dispensary to their Bedlington site.
The practice has had to reduce clinical services over the past few months due to COVID-19 and as a result, the GP services at the Cambois branch, including the dispensary, temporarily moved to the main Gables site at Bedlington Station.
The surgery is now facing further challenges and is faced with having to consider the permanent closure of the branch and relocation of the Cambois dispensary to the Bedlington site.
We realise people may have some concerns about the potential closure of the practice and relocation of the dispensary. The practice has now entered a period of engagement for nine weeks, designed to give every local person the opportunity to share their views.
How to share your views
The practice is keen to hear from as many local people as possible. You can share your views in a number of ways:
1. Virtual feedback sessions being held via MS Teams:
- Wednesday 20 January, 11am
- Sunday 24 January, 11am
Further sessions will be arranged throughout the engagement period. Please keep checking here for details.
If you would like to attend a session please email Gables.a84013@nhs.net and an invitation link will be sent to your email address.
2. You can use the comments boxes located in both surgeries.
3. You can write to the following address:
The Gables Medical Group, 26 St Johns Road, Bedlington, Northumberland, NE22 7DU.
4. You can speak to the practice manager by calling 01670 829 889.