After working 28 years in the practice, we wished farewell to Dr McCartney on Friday, 28th February. Now that he’s taken early retirement, we’re sure he’ll be found on the … [continue] Happy Retirement!
News
We have a new Practice Name!
From March 2025, we will be known as Birkmyre Medical Practice. Many thanks to all the patients who voted 🙂 (our website address will be updated in time, and it … [continue] We have a new Practice Name!
In other news…
Due to Dr McCartney’s early retirement on the 28th February 2025, we require a new practice name. Two possible names have been short listed and we would love patients to … [continue] In other news…
Farewell…and Welcome!
We said farewell to Louise, our lovely Practice Secretary, on the 17th January. She will be greatly missed, but we know she’s made a great choice in her next work … [continue] Farewell…and Welcome!
RSV Vaccine
There’s now a vaccine which helps protect against RSV RSV is a common and highly infectious respiratory virus that affects the breathing system. While most RSV infections are usually mild, … [continue] RSV Vaccine
Farewell!
As Sister Morag Beverstock heads off to take up her new role of grandparent and looking after her adorable granddaughter, we welcome Sr Margaret Irvine into the Practice. Margaret is … [continue] Farewell!
Farewell!
We wish Lynn, our Assistant Practice Manager/Practice Secretary for the past four years, all the very best in her new job as Practice Manager. We know she’ll be amazing and … [continue] Farewell!
Reduced Access at Port Glasgow Health Centre!
On Friday 5th May, planned IT work at Port Glasgow Health Centre will result in all practices in the Health Centre having no computer systems access. Practices will remain open to deal with … [continue] Reduced Access at Port Glasgow Health Centre!
Diabetes UK Survey
Do you have diabetes, or care for someone who does? Dabetes UK wants to hear about your experience of care over the past year. Click on the link below to … [continue] Diabetes UK Survey
Sandyford sexual health clinics for 13-17 year olds
iZone Port Glasgow on Tuesdays between 4:30-7 pm Services available are; Sexual health screening, Oral and injectable contraception, Implant insertions, Emergency contraception, Condom provision. These clinics are not drop in, you must book … [continue] Sandyford sexual health clinics for 13-17 year olds
Patient Consultations
Patient consultations are now being delivered in a range of ways to help meet the needs of all patient groups, including online, telephone, video and face-to-face. Patients may be asked … [continue] Patient Consultations