GP

 If you have an illness or injury that won't go away that isn't life threatening, contact your GP surgery first if possible to make an appointment. They provide a range of services by appointment and when absolutely essential can make home visits. Core opening hours are Mon-Fri 8am - 6.30pm. Many GPs now offer extended opening hours including at evenings and weekends. Please contact your practice for details.

 

To find your nearest GP service, go to NHS Choices www.nhs.uk or call NHS Direct 0845 46 47.

 

Alternatively click below to find your nearest local GP:

 

 

If you think you need urgent treatment for a tooth or gum problem and you already have a dentist, you should contact them on their usual number. If you do don't have a dentist call 0845 840 0065 for an emergency appointment.

If you are not yet registered with a local GP practice, you should do so as soon as possible to ensure that you can receive medical treatment when you need it. Don't wait until you are ill.
It will mean that the GP has access to you medical records and will be able to make more informed decisions about how to treat you. It will also be easier to get ongoing care such as referral to hospital or access to other services in the practice.

1. Find a GP that you would like to register with and contact them to ask permission.
2. They will usually ask you to complete a form giving details such as:
- your name and address
- your date of birth
- you NHS number (if you know it)
- other information, such as the name and address of you previous GP
3. You will need to take the form into you chose GP practice. Some GP surgeries will also ask to see proof of your identity.
4. You will be sent a letter confirming that you have been registered. Your medical records will then be transferred.
You can find a list of local practices at www.choosebetter.org.uk

 

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