Patient Participation Group Meeting Minutes – Tuesday 27 January 2026

Attendees: Dr Brown, Louise Armstrong, Kayleigh Davison, Michael N, Jackie S

Apologies – Patient G, Patient A and Patient M

Introductions: Dr Brown introduced himself as one of the GP Partners of Horden Group Practice.  Introductions made from all present.

Updates since last meeting:

Dr Brown told members that we currently have 3  registrars, Dr Somal, Dr O.C and Dr Ojo.  Dr Somal will be leaving us next month to progress to her next placement and Dr OC and Dr Ojo will be with us until August. He explained that receptionist Caitlyn left us and that although another receptionist Donna had initially planned to leave us she has now decided to stay.

Vaccinations (Reviewed from previous meeting in February)

Dr Brown explained that we ran a successful Saturday morning covid and flu clinic where we vaccinated 400 of the most vulnerable patients. He explained that vaccination rates are low regionally.

Secondary care waiting lists

Dr Brown discussed there are still major problems with waiting times for patients being seen in secondary care.  He pointed out difficulties with patients who are waiting a long time to be seen by specialists in hospitals meaning they are frequently attending the surgery with little that can be done.  He explained that patient demand is increasing and due to room availability we are unable to increase staffing.

CQC

We are currently still rated as a “GOOD” practice, CQC have been in the area so we are expecting that they may visit the practice soon.

Kayleigh/Research project

Dr Brown welcomed Kayleigh and explained her role as Clinical Pharmacist. Kayleigh explained as part of her role she also works with research projects and explained a project she is working on and asked members if they would like to be involved.  This included a series of questions, and they would be paid £17.50 for their time.  Patients were asked to contact Louise at the surgery should they wish to take part or if they know anyone who would like to take part.

New 6pm-6.30 cover

Dr Brown explained to members that as part of the new contract we are required to provide access to patients between the hours of 6-6.30pm.  We are trialling a ring doorbell system so that patients can present at the practice and speak to a member of staff between those hours.

Next meeting

The next meeting is provisionally booked for 28 April 2026.  Please let us know if there is anyone who expresses interest in attending future groups.