Welcome to the Derbyshire Dales Primary Care Network (PCN)
Welcome to the Derbyshire Dales Primary Care Network (PCN) — where ten local GP practices work collaboratively to deliver high-quality, accessible care for our communities across the Derbyshire Dales. Together, we believe in putting patients first, supporting well-being, and strengthening local health services for everyone.
We are working together to provide extended services.
Dr Ed Oakley – Clinical Director
What is a Primary Care Network?
A Primary Care Network (PCN) is a group of local GP practices that work together to support patients in their community.
The Derbyshire Dales Primary Care Network (PCN) supports GP practices and patients across the local area, working together to improve health, wellbeing, and access to care for our communities.
Primary Care Networks also work closely with community services, councils, and voluntary organisations to support people with both medical and non-medical needs.
Latest News
Community Digital Champions
February 15, 2026Derbyshire Dales Primary Care Network (PCN) is a partnership of local GP practices working together with community services, voluntary organisations and our Patient Participation Groups (PPGs). We are building a digital front door that helps people find the right support, at the right time, in the right way. Digital can […]
Digital Health Drop In Sessions
February 4, 2026We’re hosting a friendly, informal NHS App drop-in session at the library to help people get confident using digital health services. Whether you want to download the app and set it up, or learn how to order repeat prescriptions, book appointments, or view your health information, support will be on […]
Derbyshire Dales PCN at the Matlock 3K Family Fun Run
January 28, 2026On Saturday 24 January, Derbyshire Dales Primary Care Network (PCN) joined the Matlock 3K Family Fun Run to meet local residents and talk about health, digital services, and how we can support our communities. We spent the morning chatting with runners and families about: Events like this give us a […]
Managing NHS App notifications
November 25, 2025If you are using the NHS App, you can choose if you want to receive notifications or not. Notifications are not available when you log in through the NHS website to access your services. We use notifications to tell you when you have a new message. Read more about messages in the […]
Patient Participation Group (PPG)
November 25, 2025A Patient Participation Group is a group of volunteer patients and healthcare staff who collaborate to improve the services and facilities of a local GP practice. Importance of a Patient Participation Group You can usually find information on joining your local group on your GP practice’s website.
Flu vaccination
November 7, 2025We are seeing increasing levels of flu this year, including in children and young people. Flu can make even healthy people very poorly including the need to be hospitalised. We are asking for your help to ensure children have the protection they need this winter. If a child is aged […]
Page last reviewed: 28 January 2026