GP practices in Cambuslang and Rutherglen are pleased to announce a transitioning to a new, state‑of‑the‑art GP computer system, marking an important upgrade in how local primary care services operate.
The transition will begin on Friday 23 January 2026 at Stonelaw Medical Practice in Rutherglen and continue in phases until approximately June 2026. The new system, which is already in place across the majority of Lanarkshire practices, will improve efficiency, enhance patient experience and support better integration with other NHS services across the region.
Each practice will notify its patients directly with the specific dates when their changeover will take place.
During each practice’s transition period, which is expected to last around three to five working days, practices will have limited access to electronic medical records. As a result, GP appointments will be restricted to urgent issues only.
Telephone lines will continue to operate as normal, ensuring patients can still contact their practice for advice. Online repeat‑prescription ordering will be temporarily unavailable during the changeover, but once the new system is live, a new medication‑ordering process will be introduced and explained to patients.
Routine reviews for long‑term conditions will be paused briefly, although practice nurse appointments can continue as these can be transferred into the new system in advance.
Jo Anne McCormack, Digital Project Manager at NHS Lanarkshire, said: “This new GP system represents a significant step forward in how practices can deliver care. It will make it easier for clinicians to access up‑to‑date information, improve the flow of data across NHS services and ultimately enhance the patient experience. We appreciate the patience of local communities as practices undertake this important upgrade.”
Christina McCutcheon, Practice Manager at Stonelaw Practice, added: “While there will be a short period of reduced access during the transition, our teams are working hard to ensure disruption is kept to a minimum. In the long term, this system will help us provide safer, more efficient care and streamline our daily processes.
“Patients are encouraged to support the transition by ordering prescriptions early and considering whether their concerns require urgent GP attention during their practice’s transition week. We would like to thank our patients for their understanding and support.”
Patients are reminded to access the right care at the right place. If you think you need to visit A&E but it is not life threatening, you can phone NHS 24 on 111. Local pharmacies can also treat many common winter illnesses, including coughs, colds, sore throats, ear infections, tummy bugs and skin conditions, without an appointment.
Cambuslang and Rutherglen GP practices remain committed to delivering high‑quality, accessible care and look forward to the improvements this modern system will bring. Patients seeking further information are encouraged to contact their practice directly.
