General Practitioners

Your GP

General practitioners (GPs) are the first point of contact for nearly all NHS patients. They can direct you to other NHS services, and are experts in family medicine, preventative care, health education and treating people with multiple and long-term conditions.

Finding a GP

To find GPs in your area, use the box at the bottom of this page by selecting GPs and entering your postcode. All GPs in the area will be listed, with the nearest shown first. Their addresses and phone numbers are also listed.

Registering

You have the right to be registered with the GP surgery of your choice, as long as you live within its catchment area. When you have selected a practice that meets your needs, you will usually need to fill out and sign a registration form and hand it to the practice. Be prepared to take along details of your previous doctor, your address and the details on your medical card, if you have one.

Opening Hours

Each GP surgery listed in the search function has a page that lists their opening hours. Use this information to see whether the opening times of particular practices suit you.

Out of hours

GP practices offer extended opening hours, but if you do need a GP when the surgery is closed, call the out-of-hours GP service on 0845 600 1013.