IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING ACCESSING THE NEW WEIGHT LOSS JAB
Please be aware there is no need to contact your GP surgery regarding the weight loss jab. At Cook Lane Surgery we do only have a very small amount of patients that would be eligible and we will be in touch with those patients to offer this service. There are strict criteria for patients to access this on the NHS. Please click on the link below to access useful information that may help you.
Questions and answers about tirzepatide (Mounjoro) :: West Yorkshire Health & Care Partnership
- Mounjaro is being introduced in a small number of GP practices as part of wider support for people living with obesity
- It is only available to a limited number of patients in the first year, based on strict NHS criteria
- Eligibility includes a BMI of 40 or more and at least four serious weight-related health conditions
- Patients must also take part in a structured support programme (wraparound care) including healthy eating and physical activity
- There is no need to contact your GP practice – eligible patients will be contacted directly by their practice or the NHS
From 26th March 2024, Cook Lane Surgery will have a new phone system. Patients will now be able to choose an option to direct them to the correct service. This will enable all patients contacting the surgery ease of access and a more efficient phone service.
Please remember to choose the correct option for your needs. The phone service will also allow patients to hold their place in our queueing system if there are more than 10 callers at any one time. We ask for your patience during the transition process. Thank you.
From November 1st 2022 all patients will have access to their own online medical records.
If you require online access please call the surgery on 01924 402073 or call in to the practice and ask our reception team about the process. It's quick and easy and allows you to view your medical records online.
You will need to be able to access the NHS app for this service.