Northumbria Healthcare GP Update
      4 August 2026  
  Dear colleague,
Welcome to your August bulletin. We hope you're enjoying your summer, whether you've had time abroad or have stayed local and spent time with friends and family.
 
  Additional support on skin cancer triage pathway
We have launched a pilot with Map My Mole. They are providing some support to our skin cancer triage pathway by reviewing digital images of skin lesions. We have seen a significant increase in 2-week wait skin cancer referrals in recent months (up by over 150%).

As part of this process, they will send their reports directly to you. You do not need to do anything differently, but you may receive clinical reports from Map My Mole rather than the trust.
 
  Psychosexual Therapy Service: updated referral criteria for Northumberland GPs
The Psychosexual Therapy Service, operated by Northumbria Healthcare's Sexual Health Service, has updated its referral criteria to help ensure patients are directed to the most appropriate support. GPs are encouraged to review the revised guidance before making a referral, as eligibility requirements and referral pathways may have changed.

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  Lunch and Learn Sessions
Northumbria Primary Care is pleased to invite colleagues from GP practices across the region to join a series of free virtual Lunch and Learn sessions, delivered by expert speakers on topics relevant to primary care. ...more
 
  Community Services Business Unit Celebration
Northumbria Healthcare's Community Services Business Unit are holding a celebration event to highlight the QI projects and services within the unit. ...more
 
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