Phone, Hours & GP Routes
Use this guide before calling Farnham Medical Centre, using eConsult, logging into Patient Access, ordering repeat medication, checking opening times, registering, requesting a fit note or travelling to Stanhope Road.
This page is for Farnham Medical Centre in South Shields, not Farnham Dene, Farnham Park, Farnham Hospital or Farnham in Surrey.
Choose the Right Farnham Medical Centre Route First
| Need | Use this first | Exact practical detail | Avoid this |
|---|---|---|---|
| Call reception | 0191 455 4748 | Use for appointments, urgent same-day help, registration questions, access help and practice routing. | Do not use the prescription query number for general reception. |
| Medication query | 0191 625 9444 | Prescription query line is listed Monday-Friday, 10:00-13:00. | Do not treat this as the main appointment line. |
| Routine online contact | Patient Access or eConsult | The contact page links to both; eConsult may close outside its online request window. | Do not use online forms for emergency symptoms. |
| Book appointment | Reception, phone, eConsult or NHS App | The appointment page lists reception, telephone, eConsult and online/NHS App routes. | Do not assume every request becomes face-to-face. |
| Repeat medication | NHS App, online, pharmacy, box at reception or repeat dispensing | Allow 3 working days where possible. | Do not phone routine requests unless vulnerable, unable to use other routes or medically urgent. |
| Fit note | eConsult fit-note request | First 7 days are self-certified; fit notes are normally for more than 7 days. | Do not ask for a “return to work note”; the practice says this no longer exists. |
| Closed / urgent | NHS 111 | 111 is for urgent medical help or advice that is not life-threatening. | Do not wait until Monday if urgent. |
| Life-threatening | 999 / A&E | Use emergency services for immediate danger or life-threatening symptoms. | Do not use eConsult or routine phone queues. |
Farnham Medical Centre Phone Number, Address and Hours
Reception
0191 455 4748
Use this for reception, appointment and general practice contact.
Prescription query
0191 625 9444
Monday-Friday, 10:00-13:00, for medication queries.
Address
435 Stanhope Road
South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE33 4QY.
| Day | Official listed opening | Patient note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 08:00-18:30 | Call early if the issue needs same-day triage. |
| Tuesday | 08:00-18:30 | Use eConsult or Patient Access for routine online requests where suitable. |
| Wednesday | 08:00-18:30 | Good day for planned admin, prescription or appointment follow-up. |
| Thursday | 08:00-18:30 | Check medication and fit-note needs before Friday afternoon. |
| Friday | 08:00-18:30 | Do not leave repeat medication until late Friday. |
| Saturday | Closed | Use 111 for urgent non-emergency help. |
| Sunday | Closed | Use 111 or 999 depending on urgency. |
Appointments, eConsult, Patient Access and Extended Access
Use reception or phone for appointment help
The appointment page says you can visit reception or call 0191 455 4748 to make an appointment.
Use eConsult for suitable online requests
The official site links to eConsult, but eConsult may pause requests outside the submission window. If it says closed, follow its 111/999/practice advice.
Use NHS App / online route where available
The appointment page mentions online booking through the NHS App. Availability depends on what the practice enables.
Extended access must be booked ahead
Registered patients can obtain late evening and weekend appointments, but the practice says they must be booked ahead through the practice and may happen at another location.
Know what extended access cannot do
The practice says extended access appointments cannot take blood samples or provide paid travel vaccines/treatments.
Prescriptions: What Farnham Medical Centre Actually Says
| Medication task | Practice route | Micro-help |
|---|---|---|
| Routine repeat | List in reception box, online, NHS App or pharmacy route | Use exact medicine name, dose, quantity and pharmacy. |
| Repeat dispensing | Ask about repeat dispensing | The site says your chemist may have medication pre-signed for up to a year where appropriate. |
| Phone request | Limited exceptions | The practice says phone requests are only for vulnerable patients, those who cannot manage other routes, or medically urgent medication. |
| Urgent medication | Allow time where possible | The practice says it will try hard to sign urgent prescriptions but asks patients to allow 3 working days. |
| Controlled drugs | Strict policy | Lost controlled medication is not replaced. Early requests need evidence, such as proof of holiday. |
| Nominated chemist | Tell practice or update app | The practice can send prescriptions electronically to your preferred pharmacy. |
Fit Notes: 7-Day Rule, eConsult and Return-to-Work Confusion
First 7 days
The practice says the first 7 days of illness should be self-certified. A fee may apply if you ask for a note for this time period.
More than 7 days
Doctors provide fit notes after assessing whether you are not fit for work or may be fit with changes.
Return-to-work note
The practice says there is no “return to work note” now. Ask your employer about occupational health if needed.
Registering with Farnham Medical Centre
In person
Call into the surgery and complete the registration form and new patient questionnaire.
Download form
The practice links to the standard GP registration form, which can be handed in.
Online
The practice links to the NHS online registration route for practice code A88002.
Clinics and Services: Practical List
| Service | Official detail | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Long-term conditions | Annual review for asthma, COPD, heart conditions, diabetes, dementia, high blood pressure and more. | Contact practice if you think you were missed. |
| Cervical screening | NHS invites patients when due; dedicated smear appointments may be available online/app/nurse. | Book when invited; do not wait if overdue. |
| Contraception | Support includes prescriptions, injection, implant and coils; hormonal contraception may help period control too. | Ask nurse, nurse practitioner or doctor. |
| Ear care | Practice nurses provide ear syringing and the practice also runs an ear suction clinic. | Ask which option suits your situation. |
| Minor surgery | One GP runs minor surgery for small non-cancerous lumps and bumps; photo may be requested. | Do not send sensitive-location photos unless specifically advised safely. |
| Travel | Practice nurses provide travel advice and immunisations; book early and give destination and dates. | Some vaccines may be private/non-NHS. |
| Learning disability annual health check | Advanced nurse practitioners offer annual checks; home support may be possible if patient cannot attend. | Contact the surgery if due or missed. |
| Weight management | Digital support may be available for BMI over 30 with hypertension or diabetes. | Submit eConsult to start the journey. |
Doctors and Practice Team
Farnham Medical Centre’s official team page lists GP partners, salaried GPs, management, nursing team, practice nurses, treatment room nurse, minor illness nurse, health care assistants, phlebotomist and care navigation team. This matters because your safest appointment may be with a nurse, first-contact practitioner or care-navigation route, not always a GP.
GP partners and salaried GPs
Official listings include Dr S Batson, Dr F.R Brettell, Dr R.J Curtis, Dr R Gill, Dr G Kuruvilla, Dr D Power, plus salaried GPs Dr R Aynsley, Dr C Brocklehurst, Dr P Tatnall and Dr D Henderson.
Wider care team
The practice lists advanced nurse practitioners, nurses, health care assistants, first contact practitioner, phlebotomist and care navigation team.
CQC, NHS Profile and Quality Context
CQC rating
CQC lists Farnham Medical Centre as Overall: Good, with Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led also Good.
Inspection context
CQC lists the latest inspection as 22 September 2016 and report published 26 October 2016, with a review on 6 July 2023.
NHS registration status
The NHS profile currently says the GP surgery is accepting new patients. Always verify before applying because status can change.
Farnham Name Confusion: South Shields vs Surrey
| Search result / name | Likely issue | Correct action |
|---|---|---|
| Farnham Medical Centre | This page’s practice | Use 435 Stanhope Road, South Shields, NE33 4QY and phone 0191 455 4748. |
| Farnham Medical Centre: Stanhope Parade Site | Related NHS site listing | Check whether your appointment is at Stanhope Road or Stanhope Parade before travelling. |
| Farnham Dene Medical Practice | Different practice in Farnham, Surrey | Do not use South Shields phone numbers for Farnham Dene. |
| Farnham Park Health Group | Different Surrey GP surgery | Check postcode GU9 / Surrey before contacting. |
| Farnham Hospital and Centre for Health | Different service in Surrey | This is not the South Shields GP practice. |
| Farnham Road Medical Group | Different practice, not Farnham Medical Centre South Shields | Match phone, postcode and official website before booking. |
Map: Farnham Medical Centre South Shields
Use the full address when booking a taxi, helping an older patient, checking bus routes or confirming whether your appointment is at the main Stanhope Road site.
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Same-day help
Hello, I’m registered at Farnham Medical Centre. I need help today for ______. Symptoms started ______. I am not having 999 symptoms. What is the safest route?Prescription query
Hello, I requested ______ on ______. My nominated pharmacy is ______. Has it been signed and sent? Is anything missing?Fit note
Hello, I have been off work since ______. I need advice about a fit note. I have / have not already been assessed. Should I use eConsult?Registration
Hello, I want to register at Farnham Medical Centre. I live in postcode ______. Should I register online, bring forms in, or confirm catchment first?Official Links After the Explanation
Farnham Medical Centre FAQ
Where is Farnham Medical Centre?
Farnham Medical Centre is at 435 Stanhope Road, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE33 4QY.
What is the Farnham Medical Centre phone number?
The reception phone number is 0191 455 4748.
What is the prescription query number?
The prescription query number is 0191 625 9444, listed Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 13:00.
What are Farnham Medical Centre opening hours?
The official contact page lists Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:30. Saturday and Sunday are closed.
Does Farnham Medical Centre use eConsult?
Yes. The official contact and appointment pages link to eConsult. If eConsult is not accepting requests, follow its advice to call the practice, use NHS 111, or use 999/A&E in an emergency.
How do I book an appointment?
You can use reception, phone 0191 455 4748, eConsult, Patient Access or NHS App where available.
How do repeat prescriptions work?
You can order by putting a list in the reception box, ordering online or via NHS App, asking your pharmacy, or asking about repeat dispensing. Routine phone requests are limited.
How long should I allow for prescriptions?
The practice asks patients to allow 3 working days where possible, especially because urgent requests cannot all be treated as urgent.
How do I request a fit note?
The practice says the best way to request a fit note is through eConsult. The first 7 days of illness should usually be self-certified.
Is Farnham Medical Centre accepting new patients?
The NHS profile currently says the GP surgery is accepting new patients. Check the official NHS profile or practice registration page before applying.
Is this Farnham in Surrey?
No. This page is for Farnham Medical Centre in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, postcode NE33 4QY.
What is the CQC rating?
CQC lists Farnham Medical Centre as Overall: Good, with the main five rating areas also shown as Good.