Willingham Medical Practice – March 2026 Newsletter

Contacting the Surgery

Emails to the surgery are not the appropriate route for our patients to make clinical contact with the GP and we ask that you do not convey any clinical information this way. This includes, for example, asking clinical questions, letting the GP know that you are changing doses of your medication or wanting to update the GP before attending an appointment with them. On receipt of such emails, our only response will be to ask you make a GP appointment.

PIP Supporting Letters

 We understand that applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can feel challenging. Please be aware that the GP practice is unable to provide supporting letters for PIP applications. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) use the information you include on your application forms to make their decision. If the DWP needs any further medical information or clarification, they will contact the GP practice directly.

If you need help with completing the forms, there may be local advice services that can offer support and our Social Prescriber, Alaine Bunce, may be able to help in some instances as well as facilitate a referral to support services such as the Social Care Welfare Benefits Team.

Volunteer Opportunity: Chair of the Patient Participation Group (PPG)

We are looking for a new Chair for our Patient Participation Group (PPG). The PPG is a group of patients who work with the practice team to help improve services, share patient views and support the development of the practice. As Chair, you would lead meetings, help set agendas, and act as a key link between patients and the practice.

Any patient registered with Willingham Medical Practice, who is interested in representing patient views and helping shape local healthcare services, can apply. No previous experience is required – just enthusiasm, good communication skills and a willingness to get involved.

If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Sharon Unwin, Practice Manager. We would love to hear from you and welcome new voices to the PPG.