Please note: if you're having problems getting through on the phone you can book an appointment online or even come into see us in person. You can also call NHS 111 for urgent medical advice .
For life-threatening emergencies call 999 (or 01202 222222 if you are on campus).
If you are an emergency patient, you will be seen as soon as possible. Urgent cases will be seen on the same day, but you may be required to wait. If the situation appears to be an emergency, call 999.
Outside of the Student Medical Centre opening hours please call the Talbot Medical Centre in Wallisdown on 01202 636400.
Depending on the problem, you will be:
- asked to attend the Emergency Surgery at the Talbot Medical Centre (open Monday to Friday between 9am and 5.30pm)
- given advice
- visited at home.
The 24 hour GP
You can call 111 when you need medical help urgently, but it's not a 999 emergency. NHS 111 is a fast and easy way to get the right help, whatever the time.
NHS 111 can also be accessed online.
Some patients are not aware that they can get treatment from a GP 24 hours a day, often going to the emergency departments (ED) at hospitals during the 'out-of-hours' period instead. This not only causes pressure on the ED but can mean a lengthy wait for patients with non life-threatening illnesses or injuries whilst urgent cases are prioritised.