LSMP and TLS PCN is a collaboration between two practices; these are Leeds Student Medical Practice and The Light Surgery, and together we are dedicated to delivering high quality patient-centred care to over 63,000 individuals across Leeds.
The PCN serves a unique population; most of our patients are University students or professionals aged 18-40. We work closely with our Local Care Partnership, Universities, and third sector organisations, to build collaborative neighbourhood working and strive to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients and remain true to our goal of creating meaningful and lasting impact. We do this by providing tailored, accessible services that meet the diverse needs of our population, promote wellbeing, prevent illness, and aim to empower our communities to lead healthier lives.
The PCN provides a multidisciplinary team of highly skilled professionals who support the doctors and nurses in both practices, and contribute to enhancing the General Practice with a focus on holistic care, innovation, and reducing health inequalities.
This team includes; Clinical Pharmacists, Occupational Therapists, Pharmacy Technicians, Physiotherapists, Mental Health Advisors, Social Prescribers and Care Coordinators. Management support is provided by the Digital Transformation Lead and the Operational Assistant, and the PCN is led by two Clinical Directors; Dr Esther Sterrenburg and Dr Tiffany Taylor, who both bring a wealth of experience and huge enthusiasm to the role.
A Primary Care Network (PCN) is a group of practices who work together to focus on local patient care. They’ve been around since 2019 and 99 per cent of practices across England now work as part of one.
With increased demand and a shortage of clinical staff, practices find they can provide greater, more personalised care for patients when they can work together on certain services or issues.
Take a look at this short animation from NHS England which explains how they work.
LSMP and TLS PCN are under and a part of Leeds Integrated Care Board