We are looking at the possibility of a potential relocation from our current address (Tettenhall Road Medical Practice) to West Park Surgery.
West Park Surgery, which is part of The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust’s portfolio, offers benefits such as ample car parking and disabled parking spaces as well as direct access to clinicians such as mental health practitioners, first contact physiotherapists and more.
In terms of distance, West Park Surgery is 0.7 miles away from Tettenhall Road Medical Practice and is well served by public transport (bus no. 1). It is a four minute drive in the car/14 minute walk from our current location.
The team at Tettenhall Road would relocate to West Park Surgery so you’d continue to see the same faces you’re familiar with.
We would like to hear your thoughts on this proposal to move:
- PPG meeting – 12 February, 5.30pm at West Park Surgery
If you aren’t already registered, please email rwh-tr.primarycare@nhs.net or call the practice on 01902 575123
- Survey – complete a short survey, visit: https://bit.ly/4aD3HVeor collect a paper copy from our practice and hand it to the reception team once you’ve completed it. If you require the survey in a different format or language, or if you need help completing this, call 01902 575123. Deadline: 17 March 2025
- Drop-in sessions – Monday 10 February, 10am-11am | Tuesday 18 February, 2pm-3pm | Monday 3 March, 5pm-6pm
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who has proposed these changes?
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust submitted a relocation application due to the current premises on Tettenhall Road being in need of significant work and the chance to relocate to a new site is a great opportunity for both our patients and staff.
Why is my surgery potentially moving?
Relocation will provide our patients with a facilities-managed healthcare environment, offering better access and parking.
How many patients would be affected by this change?
The amount of patients registered at Tettenhall Road Medical Practice, that would be affected, is 2,629.
What will be the benefit to patients?
West Park Surgery offers benefits such as ample car parking and disabled parking spaces as well as direct access to clinicians such as mental health practitioners, first contact physiotherapists and more.
How close is West Park Surgery to Tettenhall Road Medical Practice?
West Park Surgery is 0.7 miles away from Tettenhall Road Medical Practice and is well served by public transport (bus no. 1). It is a four-minute drive in the car and a 14-minute walk.
Where would the closest pharmacies be?
Similarl to Tettenhall Road Medical Practice, the closes pharmacies to West Park Surgery are:
- Millstream Pharmacy, 151 Tettenhall Rd, Wolverhampton, WV3 9NJ
- Staveley Pharmacy, 212 Staveley Rd, Wolverhampton, WV1 4RS
- Asda Pharmacy, Molineux Aly, Waterloo Rd, Wolverhampton, WV1 4DE
- Jhoots Pharmacy, Newbridge Surgery, 255 Tettenhall Rd, Wolverhampton, WV6 0DE
- Newbridge Pharmacy, 325 Tettenhall Rd, Tettenhall, Wolverhampton, WV6 0JZ
If you move and share a building with other practices, will there be less appointments and longer waiting times to be seen?
Not at all, patients would experience the same service they receive at Tettenhall Road Medical Practice as all the staff would move over to West Park Surgery and the West Park Surgery patients would stay with their current GP.
I don’t drive, how would I get to West Park Surgery?
There are several ways you could travel to West Park Surgery such as public transport (bus no.1), walking, taxi or a lift from a friend/relative.
I am housebound, would someone still be able to come and see me at home?
Yes, our PCN home visiting team cares for patients across all nine of our GP practices so this service would continue, and we would advise you to follow the usual process (calling the practice and pressing option number 1 or stating so on your Total Triage form).
What do I need to do?
You wouldn’t need to do anything in preparation, we would keep all our patients updated throughout the process, for example, letting them know the surgery closing date etc.
What will happen to my medical records?
As Tettenhall Road Medical Practice and West Park Surgery are both part of the RWT Practices contract, your records would be readily available as soon as the surgery moves.
Will I still be able to see my usual GP or clinician?
Yes, the staff would all transfer across to West Park Surgery so you would continue to see the same healthcare professionals.
Will there be adequate parking at the new location?
Yes, there’s more car parking spaces and disabled car parking spaces are also available.
Will the new location be accessible for disabled people or those with mobility issues?
As mentioned, the practice has disabled car parking spaces as well as accessible entrances.
What if I don’t want to continue being a patient at this practice?
If your preference would be to register with a different practice, you will find details of other practices in your area on the NHS Choices website www.nhs.uk or by telephoning NHS England Customer Care Contact Centre on 0300 311 2233.
How can I share my views on the proposed changes?
We would like to hear your thoughts on this proposal to move:
- PPG meeting – 12 February, 5.30pm at West Park Surgery
If you aren’t already registered, please email rwh-tr.primarycare@nhs.net or call the practice on 01902 575123
- Survey – complete a short survey, visit https://bit.ly/4aD3HVe or collect a paper copy from our practice and hand it to the reception team once you’ve completed it. If you require the survey in a different format or language, or if you need help completing this, call 01902 575123. Deadline: 17 March 2025.
- Drop-in sessions – Monday 10 February, 10am-11am | Tuesday 18 February, 2pm-3pm | Monday 3 March, 5pm-6pm