
🌞 Staying Safe in the Summer Heat
While enjoying the warmer weather, it’s important to stay safe. Remember to drink plenty of water, keep out of the sun during the hottest part of the day (11am–3pm), wear sunscreen and light clothing, and check on older relatives, neighbours or anyone who may be more vulnerable during hot weather.
For more NHS advice on staying safe during the summer, visit Heatwave: how to cope in hot weather - NHS
Keeping Cool in the Summer Heat ☀️🍦
With the recent warm weather, our GP Partners treated the whole team to a selection of ice pops to help everyone stay cool throughout the day.
It was a thoughtful gesture that was greatly appreciated by all the staff. Small acts of kindness like this go a long way in recognising the hard work and dedication of our team, who continue to provide the best possible care for our patients, even on the hottest days.
Thank you to our Partners for keeping us refreshed! 💙

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Celebrating Nurses Day at Halcyon Medical
On Tuesday 12th May, we were proud to celebrate Nurses Day at Halcyon Medical by recognising the incredible dedication, compassion, and hard work of our nursing team.
Our nurses play a vital role in the care we provide every day—supporting patients with kindness, professionalism, and unwavering commitment. From routine care to complex clinical support, they are at the heart of everything we do.
To mark the occasion, we came together as a team to show our appreciation, share a moment of celebration, and thank our nurses for the difference they make to our patients and our practice. We are truly grateful for everything they do. Happy Nurses Day to all our amazing nurses.

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Certificate of Appreciation – Aston University
We are proud to have received a Certificate of Appreciation from Aston University in recognition of our ongoing commitment to supporting Student Nurse Education in Practice.
At Halcyon Medical, we are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of healthcare professionals by providing high-quality training, mentorship, and a supportive learning environment within our practice.
We are honoured to be recognised for this contribution and remain committed to continuing our role in developing future nurses.

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🤖 NEW AI TELEPHONE ASSISTANT
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📞 Faster Calls • 🚀 No Queues • ⚡ Quicker Help
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Big News: No More Waiting on the Phone! Big changes are here! We’ve introduced a new Voice AI Assistant to make calling us quicker and easier.
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⏱ No more waiting Calls are answered on the first ring.
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💬 Like talking to us The AI works just like our reception team, so you’ll always get great care.
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⚡ Faster help From appointments to advice, we’re making your experience faster and simpler.
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We can’t wait for you to try it out!
Halcyon Medical Centre
24 Martineau Place, Birmingham, B4 2UH
0121 203 9999
www.halcyonmedical.co.uk
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Thank you for your patience while we trial this new service
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Supporting Comic Relief – Red Nose Day 2026
We are proud to support Comic Relief this Red Nose Day as part of our commitment to giving back to the community. Our team at Halcyon Medical Centre has been raising funds to help support vulnerable people both in the UK and around the world.
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Supporting Children in Need 2025
Halcyon Medical is proud to have taken part in this year’s Children in Need campaign. Through staff and patient contributions, we raised a fantastic £100, which will help support children and young people across the UK.

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We’re delighted to share that Halcyon Medical raised £120 during Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
A big thank you to our staff for their kindness and contributions towards supporting this vital cause.

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We’re Proud to Be a Veteran Accredited GP Practice
Halcyon Medical Centre is proud to announce that we have been officially awarded Veteran Friendly Accreditation. This certification recognises our ongoing commitment to providing dedicated care and support to veterans and their families. Our team is trained to identify, understand, and respond to the specific health needs of those who have served in the armed forces, ensuring they receive the right care, support, and signposting when needed.
If you are a veteran, please let our reception team know so we can make sure your record reflects this and help you access any additional support available.

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We’re Also a Proud Parkrun Practice
Halcyon Medical Centre is now a certified Parkrun Practice, proudly linked with Cannon Hill Parkrun. This initiative encourages staff, patients, and the wider community to improve health and wellbeing through regular physical activity in a friendly, inclusive environment.
Whether you walk, jog, run, volunteer, or simply come along to support others, Parkrun is a fantastic way to get active and meet new people. Everyone is welcome! contact the surgery for more details.
