Kemnay Medical Group

27/09/2026

27/09/2026

The practice will be closed tomorrow, Monday 28th September, for the public holiday.

Aberdeenshire HSCP staff such as physiotherapists, practice nurses, pharmacists will also be off and the midwife and district nursing teams with be operating an urgent only service.

Cover for urgent medical problems is being provided as usual by the GMed service.

The emergency department at ARI is experiencing significant pressure, so if in doubt as to what service is most appropriate for you, please contact NHS 24 on 111 or look at:

https://www.nhsinform.scot

Whilst the emergency department and ambulance service is for emergencies only, we often see patients who have ignored symptoms of serious illnesses after social media messaging about how busy the nhs is.

If in doubt call NHS 24 for advice.

NHS inform is Scotland's national health information service helping the people in Scotland to make informed decisions about their own health and the health of the people they care for

26/09/2026

The RCGP campaigns for maintaining high standards within the profession and improving patient care. Their views are apolitical and should be listened to.

15/09/2026

Kemnay & Torphins Medical Practice

📢 WE'RE HIRING – RECEPTIONISTS 📢
Are you friendly, organised and looking for a rewarding role within a supportive team?
We have an exciting opportunity for Receptionists to join our practice on a permanent basis.

📍 Locations: Kemnay & Torphins

🕒 Hours Available: 17 hours per week or 15 hours per week

📅 Start Date: Immediate start available

The successful applicants will be required to work across both our Kemnay and Torphins sites, therefore applicants must be able to travel to either location throughout the year and in all weather conditions.

We are looking for individuals who:

✅ Have excellent communication and customer service skills
✅ Have a professional and friendly telephone manner
✅ Are confident using computers and administrative systems
✅ Can work independently and as part of a committed team
✅ Have the flexibility to provide holiday cover when required

Previous experience in reception or administration is desirable, but not essential.

🌟 Full training will be provided.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly team, develop new skills and play an important role in delivering excellent service to our patients and community.

📩 To apply, please send a CV to Kirsty Reynolds, Management Partner:

[email protected]

by Friday 2nd October 2026.

07/09/2026

📱 TEXT MESSAGES FROM THE PRACTICE

Over the next few weeks, we will be sending a text message to all patients who have an active mobile number registered on their record.

The message will ask you to opt in or opt out of receiving future text messages from the practice.

We want to reassure you that this is a legitimate message from the practice. There is no need to be concerned if you receive it.

📲 Please check your contact details

If your mobile number has changed recently, please contact the practice as soon as possible so we can update your records.

👨‍👩‍👧 Younger patients becoming adults

We would also like to remind younger patients who are becoming adults that they may wish to update their contact number on their record to their own mobile number, rather than a parent or guardian’s number, if they would prefer to do so.

What might future text messages include?

Future messages from the practice may include:

• 📅 Appointment reminders, helping to reduce the number of appointments missed or wasted
• ℹ️ Important information or updates sent directly from the GP or reception team
• 📢 Other relevant practice communications

Thank you for helping us to keep your contact details up to date and for supporting us in improving communication with our patients.

01/09/2026

NHS Grampian launches new maternity helpline for urgent care

NHS Grampian is making it easier for pregnant women and families to seek advice if they have an urgent concern about their health or the health of their baby.

The new Maternity Triage Telephone Line is now available 24/7 by calling 0300 131 2112, making sure urgent health concerns are answered in the same way regardless of where you live in Grampian. Developed in response to feedback from local women and families, the new phoneline draws on established best practice from across the UK.

Katie Colville, Director of Midwifery for NHS Grampian explained: “The new Maternity Triage Telephone Line is being coordinated by staff at both Aberdeen Maternity Hospital and Dr Gray’s Hospital in Elgin who are working together to make sure everyone gets consistent support and advice through this dedicated helpline.

“It’s a great step forward for our expert teams, and it will make all the difference to new parents or soon-to-be parents with one straightforward number to remember when they need it most.

“It doesn’t replace 999 in an emergency, and it’s not intended for routine queries people can discuss with their community midwives. But if you’re worried about things like reduced fetal movements, day or night, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.”

The Birth in Grampian website also includes lots of helpful information to guide people through their pregnancy journey. From coping with crying to tips for breastfeeding, or what to expect when you’re having a baby, it’s a useful resource to tap into. Visit: www.birthingrampian.scot.nhs.uk

For non-urgent support, always contact your community midwife during pregnancy and until your care is passed to your health visitor. You can find their number on the information handed out when you are first booked in with your maternity team, via the Badgernet app on your phone, or for the health visitor in your red book. If they are unable to answer at the time of your call, please leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.

To rearrange an appointment, such as a scan or clinic appointment, please use the contact numbers on the Birth in Grampian website.

📸(from left to right): Members of the NHS Grampian maternity leadership team - Linda Stewart, Sarah Campbell, Jacqueline Keddie, Rachael Shewan and Katie Colville pictured at the Foresterhill Health Campus in Aberdeen.

31/08/2026

To move care closer to people’s homes investment in core general practice and local surgeries is required.

31/08/2026

Thursday Coil Evening Clinics — September, October & November 2026

Appointments are released online every Thursday at 9am and spaces are limited, so we recommend booking early.

NHS Grampian's Evening Coil Clinics are running every Thursday 5pm - 7.30pm throughout September, October and November at the Sexual Health Service, Yellow Zone, Aberdeen Health Village.

You can book and find more information here www.grampiansexualhealthservices.com/coil-evening-clinics/

NHS Grampian Public Health Aberdeen City Health and Social Care Partnership
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24/08/2026

Come and join a doctor heavy team that combines the best of village and rural general practice.

Kemnay Medical Group are looking for a 4-8 session salaried GP to work in Kemnay but with the flexibility to cover Torphins for holiday cover. For full details: https://www.gpjobs.nhs.scot/job-detail-page/?id=16101

Aberdeenshire Health & Social Care Partnership - AHSCP GP Jobs Grampian

22/08/2026

Why are the waiting times for smear appointments so long?

One reason is people not turning up for appointments. On Friday 5 patients didn’t attend for a pre booked smear appointment wasting 1 1/2 hours of nurses time.

We strongly believe that the responsibility to remember an appointment remains with the individual rather than adding extra work to our admin team.

However in an attempt to reduce wasted appointments that are increasing our waiting time for doctors and nurses, we will be introducing a text reminder system.

More details to come soon.