Practice news & health campaigns
We are open to patients with pre-arranged appointments who have no respiratory/cold/flu symptoms. Find out about our current Covid protocols and what to do if you have symptoms.
Read more...Do you want to learn more about how you can manage your chronic pain? The Pain Association Scotland 5-week course starts on Tuesday 5th October 2021 at 2pm and will be held online.
Read more...Planning for the seasonal flu campaign has been taking place over the summer months and it has been agreed through negotiations with Scottish Government, Tayside Health Board and GP representatives that general practices will only vaccinate two specific groups of patients. They are: patients aged 70 years and over (as at 1st September 2021) and those patients who are clinically extremely vulnerable (who would shield for Covid purposes). If you fall into either of these groups, you can now book your appointment with us.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features suicide prevention and blood pressure awareness.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features LGBT+ health and well-being and World Breastfeeding Week.
Read more...The Scottish Government requires General Practice and other healthcare settings to have different infection control and physical distancing guidance to other places such as hospitals and shops. From 19 July 2021 (when we go to Level 0) various rules still apply in General Practice.
Read more...The surgery will be closed on Monday 26 July 2021, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Read more...NOW is the time to register for our online appointments service. We are starting to plan for the 2021 seasonal flu campaign, which we anticipate will include a Covid booster vaccination as well for eligible patient groups.
Read more...We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated doctor (or doctors) to join our practice. Child friendly hours/job share can be considered.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features nutrition and physical activity, sickle cell awareness, world hepatitis day, Samaritans awareness month, and osteoporosis.
Read more...The latest practice newsletter is now available. The Summer issue includes information about our video consulting service, the Educational Psychology Service, the resilience and well-being programme for S1-3 pupils, how we're responding to your feedback, Medlink, how your pharmacy can help if you have a wart or verruca, and the Care and Treatment Centre.
Read more...In line with the national GMS contract changes, some services that were previously carried out in the GP surgery are now being carried out at the Angus Care and Treatment Centre situated within the Outpatient Department at Whitehills Hospital, Forfar.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features dementia awareness, carers week, falls awareness and cervical screening awareness.
Read more...The surgery will be closed on Monday 31 May 2021, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Read more...With the easing of restrictions, we are planning to restart our regular in-practice Skin Clinic, starting on Tuesday 8 June 2021.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features deaf awareness, sun awareness and asthma awareness.
Read more...At Academy Medical Centre we believe Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is central to the work we do and how we support our patients and staff, and our new LGBT+ Health and Well-being section is there to signpost and support.
Read more...The surgery will be closed on Monday 3 May 2021, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Read more...Notes of the meeting of the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group held on 13 April 2021 are now available.
Read more...GP Practices are receiving a significant number of enquiries from patients about COVID Status Certification (Covid Passports). Please do not contact your GP Practice to ask for a Covid vaccination passport or status certificate.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features Stress/Anxiety Awareness and Bowel Cancer Awareness.
Read more...The latest practice newsletter is now available. The Spring issue includes information about Covid vaccinations, LGBT health and wellbeing, staff changes, patient feedback messages, and bereavement support.
Read more...The surgery will be closed on Monday 5 April and Monday 12 April 2021, in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside.
Read more...Some weeks ago we informed you that the SMS reminder service was suspended due to incompatibility issues with NHSMail and Microsoft Exchange. We are very pleased to say this service has now been restored.
Read more...A video about how to easily access services at the practice, and what to expect when you come in. Includes how to request repeat prescriptions, collect sample bottles, hand in forms and attend appointments, all while keeping yourself and others safe.
Read more...People who provide vital face-to-face care and support for others, and who haven’t already been given an appointment, are now being invited to register for the vaccine.
Read more...We have completed Covid-19 vaccinations for the cohort groups 1-5 and are now working our way through patients aged 18-64 years with at risk conditions (cohort 6).
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns and issues. This month features No Smoking Day, Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and World Kidney Day. You can get involved and raise awareness by talking about the campaigns, tweeting or sharing on social media, or by donating, fundraising and pledging your support.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns and issues. This month features National Heart Month and Mental Health Week for Children, with a video about supporting children and young people's mental health. There's also a reminder to update your contact details with the practice, and add your mobile and email addresses if you haven't provided that information previously.
Read more...The Scottish Government have issued updated guidance requesting that we prioritise the Covid-19 vaccination campaign, and that some age groups will be accelerated. To accommodate this, we will have reduced capacity this week, and possibly next week too.
Read more...We have nearly completed Covid-19 vaccinations for the over 80 year old age group. We are now moving on to the age group for patients aged 75-79. Please make sure we have your up-to-date contact details.
Read more...We have been informed by our local IT Support Desk that problems have arisen with our method of sending text reminders. Uuntil a solution is found patients will no longer receive text messages from the practice.
Read more...The practice is giving advice to patients about after their Covid-19 vaccination, including to keep following FACTS and to wait for 15 minutes outside the surgery before driving off, if you came by car.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns and issues. This month features keeping moving, with ideas for physical activity during the restrictions, and Cervical Cancer Prevention Week. Please talk, share and raise awareness.
Read more...We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated doctor (or doctors) to join our practice. Child friendly hours/job share can be considered. Closing date for applications: Friday 26 February 2021
Read more...Patients will be contacted to invite them for Covid-19 vaccination, and this may not be at the practice. The first vaccinations will be in the over-80 age group. Please do not call the practice to request vaccination.
Read more...When the practice will be closed over the festive season, and during 2021.
Read more...The latest practice newsletter is now available. The Winter issue includes information about how coronavirus has changed the way GP practices work, staff changes, COPD, lung cancer awareness, our patient participation group, and suicide prevention.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns and issues. This month features National Grief Awareness Week, alcohol awareness, and sexual health. Please talk, share and raise awareness.
Read more...We are now accepting bookings for flu vaccination appointments for all patients aged 60-64 years inclusive. Find out how to book and view a video about what to expect during your vaccination appointment.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features Lung Cancer Awareness Month, COPD Awareness Month and Men's Health Awareness Month (Movember). Please share and raise awareness.
Read more...Coronavirus has changed the way GP practices work. Do you know what to expect when you make an appointment? View a quick video guide.
Read more...Updated Scottish Government guidance on accompanying patients to outpatient and primary care appointments has been published. The update intends to make clear who can be accompanied to appointments.
Read more...We are seeking a Lead/Advanced Nurse Practitioner and a Nurse Practitioner to work closely with the existing Nurse Practitioner Team to provide an extensive minor illness service and work alongside a GP to look after their defined patient list. Closing date for applications extended until 30 October 2020.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features Breast Cancer Awareness Month and National Cholesterol Month. Please share and raise awareness.
Read more...The latest practice newsletter is now available. The Autumn issue is a special edition about our 2020 flu vaccination programme.
Read more...We are seeking a Lead/Advanced Nurse Practitioner and a Nurse Practitioner to work closely with the existing Nurse Practitioner Team to provide an extensive minor illness service and work alongside a GP to look after their defined patient list. Closing date for applications extended until 30 October 2020.
Read more...The surgery will be closed on Monday 5 October 2020 EXCEPT for pre-booked flu vaccination appointments.
Read more...We are seeking an enthusiastic employee to take up a new Receptionist post to compliment our well established and friendly practice team.
Read more...The Angus Mental Health Peer Workers service is a new service from Hillcrest Futures to provide peer support to people with their mental health and wellbeing. Find out about this and other services in Angus.
Read more...Academy Medical Centre are offering vaccination to all eligible patients. Appointments will be available to book from Wednesday 16 September 2020. Find out how to book and view a video about what to expect during your vaccination appointment.
Read more...Living in Angus with persistent pain? Want to do something about it? Try the Pain Association Scotland online course, starting 6 October.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features Suicide Prevention and Blood Pressure Awareness. Please share and raise awareness.
Read more...SilverCloud online programmes help reduce symptoms of low mood, anxiety and stress. There are several programmes available each specifically tailored to treat a different clinical condition.
Read more...The practice will be closed between 1pm and 2pm for staff training on various days in September, December, January and February. Details of the dates are available on our list of practice closures.
Read more...Staff working at the 2 Sisters factory in Coupar Angus have tested positive for COVID-19 over the past few days. The specialist teams from NHS Tayside, Perth & Kinross Council and Public Health Scotland, have taken a number of decisions to keep everyone safe.
Read more...From Friday 10 July it became mandatory to wear a face mask/covering in shops and indoor public areas including our surgery. Find out about exemptions and print out a card.
Read more...The surgery will be closed on Monday 27 July 2020 in line with the public holidays for GP practices across Tayside. We will be open as usual from 8am on Tuesday 28 July.
Read more...Announcing our new eConsult service... get self-help advice for hundreds of common conditions and request advice and treatment from the practice online.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features Sickle Cell Awareness Month, World Hepatitis Day, and Talk to Us - Samaritans Awareness Month. Please share and raise awareness.
Read more...The Keeping Well at Home printed booklet is for older people who are digitally excluded. This free resource is specifically targeted at those who are currently unable to go outside, or have limited or no access to online resources. Please print and share it with your friends, family and community.
Read more...Community alarm and telecare cover a range of devices and services that use technology to keep you safe in your own home and help you to maintain your independence. Find out more about the technology available and how to make a referral direct to Angus Health & Social Care Partnership.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features Carers Week, Men's Health Week, and Cervical Screening Awareness Week.
Read more...The latest practice newsletter is now available. The Summer issue includes information about services during the Coronavirus pandemic, staff changes, a welcome back to our Behavioural Health Psychologists, Near Me Video Consulting, physical activity and keeping active at home, osteoporosis prevention and care, First Contact Physiotherapy Service, and living with pain.
Read more...Academy Medical Centre is now using Near Me, a video consulting service, that enables you to have health care appointments from home or wherever is convenient. All you need is a device for making video calls like a smartphone and an internet connection.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features Sun Awareness Week, Deaf Awareness Week, and Anaphylaxis Awareness Week.
Read more...Staying at home just now may be difficult but in doing so you are helping protect yourself and others. You may be feeling anxious, low, worried, bored, frustrated but this situation is temporary. Here are things from Angela Gorman, our Mental Health & Wellbeing Nurse, that you could do to manage your mental health and wellbeing whilst at home.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features Stress/Anxiety Awareness and Bowel Cancer Awareness.
Read more...The My Guide service supports people who are blind and partially sighted get out and about in their community. My Guide partners trained volunteers with a blind or partially sighted person to help them get out and about on their own terms.
Read more...The latest practice newsletter is now available. The Spring issue includes information about your Key Information Summary (KIS), children and young peoples’ mental health, our dedicated mental health and wellbeing nurse, spring/summer public holidays, and top tips to help when dealing with stress.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features No Smoking Day on Wednesday 11 March and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, as well as some other news from your PPG.
Read more...We now have all of our revised patient information leaflets available to view or download online, as well as in the practice. Covering many aspects of the practice, our information leaflets are a good way to find out about the services we provide.
Read more...Notes of the meeting of the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group held on Tuesday 11 February 2020 are now available.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features National Heart Month and mental health for children.
Read more...Our next Third Sector Health Hub will take place on Monday 17 February at Academy Medical Centre between 2pm – 3:30pm. These events are open to anyone to attend, regardless of which medical practice you are registered with. No booking required, just come down for information or a chat. Organisations in attendance include ANGUSalive Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service, Angus Citizens Advice Bureau, Angus Alcohol and Drug Partnership (AADP), Dundee & Angus ADHD Support and Home Energy Scotland (HES).
Read more...Details of when the practice will be closed during 2020 for public holidays and protected learning days.
Read more...Notes of the Meeting of the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group held on Tuesday 14 January 2020 are now available.
Read more...Future Pathways offers help and support to people who were abused or neglected as children while they were living in care in Scotland.
Read more...Our next Third Sector Health Hub will take place on Monday 20 January at Academy Medical Centre between 2pm – 3:30pm. These events are open to anyone to attend, regardless of which medical practice you are registered with. No booking required, just come down for information or a chat. Organisations in attendance include Angus Citizens Advice Bureau, Housing Solutions, Angus Falls Service, and Move More ANGUSalive.
Read more...People in Forfar and Kirriemuir who have not yet been vaccinated against flu in the 2019/20 flu season have another chance to protect themselves against flu at a catch up session. This final session will be held at Whitehills Health and Community Care Centre on Saturday 18 January from 8am to 12 noon.
Read more...From January 2020 patients will no longer receive liquid nitrogen treatment in the practice for warts or verrucas. Instead patients will be directed to the community pharmacy for over the counter preparations for treatment of warts or verrucas.
Read more...Every month the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group raises awareness of health and wellbeing campaigns. This month features New Year New You, with some suggestions for information resources, Cervical Cancer Awareness, and Young Carers Awareness Day.
Read more...Notes of the Meetings of the Academy Medical Centre Patient Participation Group held on 10 December 2019 are now available.
Read more...To keep up-to-date please join us on social media, where we share practice news, health information and campaigns and public holiday reminders.
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We are one of the largest GP practices in Tayside, Scotland, with approximately 10,000 patients on our list.
The surgery is open Monday to Friday from 8am - 6pm (except public holidays).