Now, when you phone the Harbours Medical Practice, you will be given options to direct you to the most appropriate help. This should mean more appointments and less waiting time to see a GP. Patients ringing the surgery may be directed to a team of Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Mental Health Specialists. Some patients may … Continue reading New phone number for Harbours Medical Practice →

Monica Patterson’s appointment as the new Chief Executive of East Lothian Council will take effect from Monday, 3 February. It was announced in December that Monica, currently Depute Chief Executive (Partnerships and Community Services), was the preferred candidate to succeed Angela Leitch, who left the council in November. Meanwhile Alex McCrorie, who replaced Angela Leitch … Continue reading New East Lothian Council Chief Executive start date →

The Edinburgh and Lothians Health Foundation (ELHF) understands that sometimes the smallest changes can make the biggest difference to a patient’s experience, be it a more relaxing waiting area, better equipment, activities to improve wellbeing, or better access to information. Our Small Grants provide funding for bright ideas to support staff in improving the patient … Continue reading Deadline looms from ELHF small grants applications →