Down GP Federation

The 13 GP practices in the Down area have worked together to form the Down GP Federation of Family Practices in order to provide more at scale services locally.

[Eastern GP Federation Support Unit @EasternGp]

Current Vacancy: Advanced Practitioner (Level 2) First Contact Physiotherapist (FCP) in Primary Care - Band 8A (SET)

For details click below:

https://t.co/TX1FFciMkI

@setrust

[Claire Murray @clairemurraypt]

@DownGp @joshannonpt @martymove @AlanThomsonPT Well done to Conor on his presentation at the AHPNI R&I conference outlining a functional strength programme targeting signs of frailty.

[GPECS @ni_gpecs]

Pleased to share some lovely patient feedback that our Elective Gynae Service received recently. Waiting times for patients are currently relatively short, for more info and for referral criteria for GPs see https://t.co/3xsYoucFa5

[Eastern GP Federation Support Unit @EasternGp]

Step Up to Leadership in General Practice - Spaces remaining!

Tailored for GPs to boost leadership & management skills
✅ Earn 20 University CAT points
📷 Workshops spaced over the year
Deadline: 22/09/25 👇
https://t.co/MvTqOonAFS

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

Between 10 Sept & 10 Oct, the PHA, HSC Trusts & NIAS urge everyone to "Look after your mental health" using the Take 5 steps to wellbeing: Connect, Be Active, Keep Learning, Take Notice & Give. Info: https://t.co/qzX7p8xOf4 | Lifeline: 0808 808 8000

[Eastern GP Federation Support Unit @EasternGp]

Shelley Keenan (Down) & Damien Kavanagh (West and North Belfast) presented their SMHP poster at the Mind the Gap conference today, joined by Joanne Hamilton (Causeway). Showcasing how Federations are tackling mental health inequalities in primary care.
#SMHP #NIHealth #MDT

[Eastern GP Federation Support Unit @EasternGp]

The Annual PBL Survey for our 8 GP Federations is now open - have your say to inform next year's topics/speakers now! Open for practice staff at all levels until 16th May. 📢📣

[Eastern GP Federation Support Unit @EasternGp]

East FSU are pleased to offer a variety of different courses especially for Primary Care Staff, suitable for GPs, Nurses, Managers, Pharmacists etc. To book and for more info go to
https://t.co/oivXF3MCUJ

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

A successful visit to Clough Surgery to see the contribution of Advanced Nurse Practitioners in Primary Care.

https://t.co/nq4b5cIY0x

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

Congratulations Niall, a fantastic achievement!

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

Congratulations to Elaine Colhoun on gaining her MSc in Advanced Nurse Practice.

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

Congratulations to Down federation's Director of Nursing and Board Director Maura Devlin, who was awarded a life time achievement award by @NursingTimes in London last night for Nursing. An inspiration to us all and well deserved!

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

We wish our out going chairperson Dr Alex Greer all the best and acknowledge all the hard work, passion and commitment he has shown to Down federation.
We welcome Dr Anna-Marie Trainor as our new Chair person and wish her luck and success over the next few years!

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

Take a Moment. Start a Conversation. Campaign | Mental Health Champion Northern Ireland (https://t.co/zp0Mb90JRA)

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

Ballynahinch Festival of Hope, October 2024!

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

Ballynahinch Festival of Hope, October 2024

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

https://t.co/ezgWLUf9HU

[Recruitment at Eastern @recruiteastgp]

Are you a Practice Manager seeking a new challenge? We're recruiting a Clinical Trials Manager to build GP practice relationships & manage research projects in primary care.🚨🔍📋

See below link⬇️
https://t.co/c0pWcqdQ3x
#NICRN #primarycare #recruitment #JoinUs #researchmanager

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

A fantastic evening had by all at Down Federations 10-year anniversary BBQ. A special thank you to Jacqui and Whitehorse catering and Natalia and all her team @MontaltoEstate .

[Down GP Federation @DownGp]

Looking forward to our 10 year anniversary celebrations this Thursday @MontaltoEstate ! Excited to see all Down Practice teams there!