Welcome to the Practice of Dr Sahu
With patients' needs at the heart of everything we do, our website has been designed to make it easy for you to gain instant access to the information you need. As well as specific practice details such as opening hours and how to register, you’ll find a wealth of useful pages covering a wide range of health issues along with links to other relevant medical organisations
An update regarding the recent news on Mounjaro
We have seen an increase in queries from patients who have seen on the news or read on social media that GP's can now prescribe a medicine called Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) on the NHS to help people lose weight. Whilst this is true in some parts of the country, South Yorkshire ICB has not yet confirmed if it will be available on the NHS for weight loss in our region. This means that we are currently unable to prescribe Mounjaro or any other similar medication for weight loss at Thorpe Hesley Surgery/Bellows Road Surgery. If/when the decision is made to allow us to prescribe it, there is a very strict national criteria that has to be met.
This will initially include patients with:
Patients with BMI over 40 AND at least 4 of the following:
- Type 2 diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Sleep apnoea
- Cardiovascular disease
- High cholesterol/triglycerides
Spot Cancer Early
Spotting cancer at an early stage saves lives, so tell your doctor if you notice anything that isn’t normal for you. Please visit the following link for information about early signs of cancer Cancer signs and symptoms | Cancer Research UK
Rotherham Crisis Team
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, feeling suicidal and in need of urgent support to keep you or a loved one safe, then please phone crisis support for free on the numbers below:
- RDaSH crisis line: 0800 804 8999 or call 111 and select the mental health option.
Prostate Screening for Men Aged 40 and Over- Prostate Screening Day - 19th July 2025
Prostrate Screening more information
Guidance for General Practice regarding sick notes & toilet passes
Guidance for general practice
Physical activity sessions for those living with and beyond cancer.
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DNA Report
In the month of May 2025 a total of 83 patients did not attend there appointment. It is really important to let the surgery know if you cannot attend your appointment as this allows us to offer your appointment to someone else who may need it.
URGENT SAFETY ALERT ISSUED FOR BABY SELF-FEEDING PILLOWS
Self-feeding pillows/prop feeders present a risk of serious harm or death from choking or aspiration pneumonia.
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Hidden Faces
Hidden faces is all about reaching out to our military veterans and their dependants in the Rotherham area. Our aim is tackling loneliness and to provide comradeship. Please see the leaflet below for more information.
Patient Feedback
We appreciate all of our patient feedback. Please see below some recent positive feedback received from one of our patients.
'Over the past 12-18 months, we have used the surgery more than we have in recent years, for both my children as well as myself and husband. On every occasion we have been seen quickly, with appointments made for either the same day or with very little wait. If further treatment/advice was needed, this has been swift and with full communication throughout'.
'I know that positive feedback isn't always shared, but I really wanted to pass on our fabulous experience with yourselves, from the reception staff, to medical staff, it's has been very much appreciated'.
Friends and Family Survey
We value and appreciate your feedback. If you would like to provide us with feedback then please select "patient surveys" in the further information section at the bottom of the website. Please see our results from recent patient surveys below.
F&F results
Exploited Young People
Around 1 in 20 children in the UK have been sexually abused. If something dosen't feel right, it may not be. DON'T WAIT. REPORT IT.
IF YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT A CHILD AND THINK IT'S AN EMERGENCY DIAL 999 OR 101 IF IT'S NOT AN EMERGENCY.
ON A TRAIN TEXT BRITISH TRANSPORT POLICE 61016
IF YOU WOULD RATHER REMAIN ANONYMOUS, YOU CAN CONTACT THE INDEPENDENT CHARITY CRIMESTOPPERS ONLINE OR CALL 0800 555 111
Armed Forces Veteran Friendly Accredited GP Practice
Lung Health Checks
Lung Health Checks are for people aged between 55 and 74 who are current or former smokers. If you are eligible and registered with a GP you will receieve an invitation to take part in the programme. See the artical below for more information. The current locations in the local area are Tesco at Stairfoot in Barnsley and Parkgate retail park.
