Starting this July, a significant overhaul of sick note procedures will be introduced in England under the new leadership of Andy Burnham and the Labour government. This reform, announced by the Department for Work and …
The 2026 GP Patient Survey provides an insightful overview of how GP surgeries across the West Midlands are performing and how patients perceive their care. This annual survey gathers feedback from thousands of patients, …
A Birmingham doctor, Dr Eren Battaloglu, has been struck off the medical register following serious misconduct that included drug abuse and an improper relationship with a patient. Battaloglu, who worked at Soho Health Centre …
A Birmingham man, Shuaib Al-Azawe, who had been removed from a GP’s patient list due to previous aggressive behaviour, verbally abused and physically assaulted a medical secretary at Ejaz Medical Centre. The incident, which …
As the 2026 GP Patient Survey results approach, patients’ opinions once again shine a light on the best and worst GP surgeries across the Midlands. The annual national survey captures patients’ experiences and satisfaction …
The annual GP Patient Survey for 2026 is now open, inviting patients throughout the Midlands to share their experiences and rate their local GP surgeries. This widely respected survey provides valuable insights into how well …
Across England, patients are once again invited to evaluate their local GP surgeries through the annual GP Patient Survey. This vital questionnaire captures the opinions of those who matter most—the patients—on the quality …
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has suspended Naseby Medical Centre, a GP surgery in Saltley, Birmingham, for six months following the discovery of significant safety and care failures. The suspension aims to protect …
We’ve all experienced that moment of spotting an unusual symptom and immediately searching online for answers. However, when it comes to cancer, internet information can often be misleading, confusing, or inaccurate. Recent …