Thornton Medical Centre 2026: eConsult NHS GP & Hours

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Thornton Medical Centre: eConsult-style online form, NHS GP appointments, hours and patient help

Thornton Medical Centre is an NHS GP surgery at 15 Green Lane, Wortley, Leeds LS12 1JE. This practical 2026 guide explains the online appointment form, eConsult-style Accurx access, opening hours, phone number, repeat prescriptions, NHS App, SystmOnline, sick notes, test results, registration, doctors, nurses, accessibility, complaints, CQC rating and what to do when the surgery is closed.

Start here before you call
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Danger signs?Call 999. Do not wait for online forms or callbacks.
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Need a doctor appointment?Submit the online form or ask reception to complete it for you.
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Need medicine?Use NHS App, SystmOnline or paper route early.
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Need results or sick note?Use the correct online, phone or reception route.
Main surgery phone

Use this number for: online form help, urgent same-day GP-suitable questions, reception help, prescription queries, sick notes, test results, registration, access needs, interpreter or proxy access questions, and if you cannot complete the online form yourself.

Address for maps and letters

Thornton Medical Centre
15 Green Lane
Wortley
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS12 1JE

Use the full Green Lane address for Google Maps, taxis, appointment letters, prescription paperwork and family members helping you travel.

Open directions
NHS code
B86060
Phone
0113 2310626
Typical weekday access
8am to 6:30pm
CQC rating
Overall Good
Fast answer: Thornton Medical Centre is an NHS GP surgery at 15 Green Lane, Wortley, Leeds, LS12 1JE. The main phone number is 0113 2310626. The practice asks patients to submit an online form to request a doctor’s appointment; if you cannot complete it, reception can complete it on your behalf. The appointment form is listed as available Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm unless daily capacity is reached, and forms submitted before 2pm are triaged the same day.

Unique patient decision hub: choose the right Thornton route in 60 seconds

This reusable tool helps patients decide whether to use the online form, call reception, ask a pharmacist, use NHS 111 or call 999.

I need a doctor appointment

Use the “contact us online” form. A doctor triages the form and the practice contacts you with an appointment or response suitable to the clinical need.

I cannot use the online form

Call 0113 2310626. The official homepage says reception can complete the form on your behalf if you cannot complete it yourself.

I need repeat medicine

Use NHS App/NHS account, SystmOnline, or bring the paper form to surgery. Allow 3–5 working days before pharmacy collection.

I need test results

Use NHS App, SystmOnline, phone or visit after a doctor has reviewed the result. If symptoms continue or worsen, contact the practice.

I need a sick note

Self-certify for 7 days or less. If off sick for more than 7 days, use the sick-note request form, phone or visit from 9am to 5pm.

The surgery is closed

Use NHS 111 online or call 111 for urgent non-emergency help. Call 999 for life-threatening emergencies.

Thornton Medical Centre opening times and when to contact the surgery

The official contact page lists Thornton Medical Centre at 15 Green Lane, Wortley, Leeds, with weekday opening shown on the live opening-hours table. It also gives NHS 111 as the out-of-hours route. Because live tables can change around bank holidays, training days or temporary service updates, always check the official page before travelling.

NeedUsual routePatient tip
Weekday surgery contactPhone 0113 2310626 or use official online formUse online form for doctor appointment requests where possible.
Online appointment formMonday to Friday, 7am to 7pm unless capacity is reachedForms submitted before 2pm are listed as same-day triage.
General results/contactPhone or visit during listed opening hoursTest-result page says results can be checked between 8am and 6:30pm.
Sample drop-offMonday to Friday before 5pmThe test-result page lists a 5pm sample cut-off.
Saturday and SundayRoutine surgery access closed on official contact tableUse NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency help.
EmergencyCall 999Do not wait for the GP or online form.
Important: opening times, appointment form capacity and bank holiday arrangements can change. Check the official Thornton Medical Centre website before travelling.

How to request a GP appointment at Thornton Medical Centre

The official appointments page says patients now need to submit an online form to request a doctor’s appointment. Once submitted, the form is triaged by a doctor and the practice contacts you with an appointment or response suitable to the clinical need of your problem.

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Check for emergency symptoms first.
Call 999 for chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, collapse, heavy bleeding, serious allergic reaction or someone not responding.
2
Use the “contact us online” form.
Submit one clear request with enough detail for the doctor to triage the problem safely.
3
Submit early where possible.
The form is listed as open 7am to 7pm Monday to Friday unless capacity is reached. Forms before 2pm are triaged the same day.
4
Write the main problem first.
Say when it started, whether it is getting worse, what you tried, your medicines, allergies and what worries you most.
5
Stay available for the response.
The practice may offer help by phone, face-to-face appointment, video call, text or email.
6
Ask reception for help if needed.
If you cannot complete the online form yourself, call reception so they can complete the form on your behalf.
Simple phone script
Hello, my name is [name]. My date of birth is [date of birth]. I am a patient at Thornton Medical Centre. I need help because [one clear sentence]. I cannot complete the online form / I need help today / I need advice on the safest route. Can you help me complete the form or tell me what to do next?

Thornton Medical Centre eConsult-style online help: Accurx form explained

Some patients search for “Thornton Medical Centre eConsult”. The official online-services page describes online forms using Accurx. For most patients, the intent is the same: submit an online request for an appointment, sick note, test-result question or admin query so the practice can route it safely.

Online form needUse it forDo not use it for
Doctor appointment requestNew symptoms, worsening symptoms, medication side effects, ongoing GP issues.Life-threatening emergencies.
Sick note requestFit-note request after more than 7 days off sick.First 7 days of sickness where self-certification usually applies.
Test result questionAsking about reviewed results, next steps or continuing symptoms.Severe symptoms that need urgent care.
Admin requestContact-detail updates, paperwork, routine admin messages.Urgent medical symptoms or 999-level problems.
Practical rule: use the clinical appointment form for health problems, not the admin route. If symptoms are serious or rapidly worsening, use NHS 111 or 999 depending on severity.

Before you submit the online form or call: practical checklist

A clear request helps the doctor triage the problem safely. This is especially useful for older patients, carers, parents, patients taking several medicines and anyone who finds phone calls stressful.

Full name and date of birth
Best callback number
Main symptom or request
When it started
Whether it is getting worse
Medicine list and allergies
Hospital letters if relevant
Photos if requested
Nominated pharmacy
Carer consent if helping someone
Interpreter or access need
Best time to call back
Good online-form wording example
I have had [symptom] for [time]. It is [getting worse / not improving / affecting sleep / affecting work]. I have tried [medicine or self-care]. I take [regular medicines]. I am worried because [reason]. I can answer the phone at [time window] on [phone number].

NHS App, SystmOnline and managing your health online

The official online-services page says patients can use Accurx forms for appointment requests, sick notes, test results and admin requests. For repeat prescriptions, test results, health records, appointment checks or cancellations and vaccination records, patients can use NHS account/NHS App or SystmOnline.

App

NHS App

Use NHS login for repeat prescriptions, nominated pharmacy, health record access, vaccination record and NHS 111 online.

Sys

SystmOnline

Use SystmOnline for repeat prescriptions and other GP online services. The official page says first-time setup needs photo ID at the surgery.

Acc

Accurx forms

Use Accurx-style online forms for appointment requests, sick notes, test-result questions and admin requests.

Safe

Login safety

Do not share NHS login, passwords, security codes or medical information with unofficial websites, callers or messages.

Helpful NHS App video for prescriptions and online access

This NHS App video is useful if you want to understand digital NHS access for repeat prescriptions, records and some GP services. Always follow Thornton Medical Centre’s own instructions for appointment forms, prescriptions and results.

Thornton Medical Centre doctors, nurses and healthcare assistants

The official practice staff page lists doctors, nurses, healthcare assistants, phlebotomist and practice management. Staff lists can change, so check the official page before relying on a preferred clinician.

Dr Caroline Porteus
Dr Lindsay Springett
Dr Jessica Butterworth
Dr Andrew Dickins
Dr Claire Chan
Dr Feyi Mustapha
Dr Alim Rahemtulla
Dr Amna Chaudhry
Practice nurses
Healthcare assistants
Phlebotomist
Practice management
Continuity tip: if your issue is complex or ongoing, say “I would prefer continuity with a clinician who knows this problem if possible.” If the problem is urgent, accept the fastest safe clinician.

Thornton Medical Centre repeat prescriptions

The official prescriptions page says the easiest ways to order repeat prescriptions are through your NHS account/NHS App or SystmOnline. It also says prescriptions are usually collectable from the pharmacy 3 to 5 working days after ordering. The page includes mixed wording around email, so the safest routes are NHS App/NHS account, SystmOnline or bringing the paper form to surgery unless the live official page confirms otherwise.

App

Use NHS App or NHS account

Order repeat medication, check medicine names and doses, and confirm your nominated pharmacy.

Sys

Use SystmOnline

SystmOnline shows repeat medicines and doses so you can choose the items you need.

Paper

Bring the paper form

Use the repeat prescription slip or paper request if online access is difficult.

Ph

Collect at nominated pharmacy

Choose or update your nominated pharmacy through your app, GP practice or pharmacy.

Prescription issueWhat it usually meansPractical next step
Medicine not showing onlineIt may not be on repeat, may need review, or may be an acute medicine.Use the practice’s official prescription or query route and include medicine name and dose.
Pharmacy says nothing is readyThe request may still be processing, sent elsewhere, or waiting for review.Check NHS App/SystmOnline, nominated pharmacy and order date.
Medication review dueThe practice may need to check safety before continuing repeat medicines.Book the requested review promptly to avoid delays.
Old or unused medicinesMedicines should not go in household bins or down the toilet.Take old medicines to the pharmacy or bring them to surgery as instructed.
Antibiotics requestAntibiotics do not work for viral infections and need clinical decision-making.Use GP/pharmacy advice rather than requesting antibiotics by name.
Do not wait until the last tablet: allow 3 to 5 working days after ordering, plus extra time around weekends, bank holidays, pharmacy stock delays and medication reviews.

Pharmacy, nominated chemist and minor illness advice

The official prescription page explains that pharmacists can answer questions about medicines and advise on minor illnesses such as coughs, colds, sore throats, tummy trouble, aches and pains. Many pharmacies are open late and at weekends, and most have a private consultation room.

NeedBest routeWhy it helps
Nominated pharmacyChoose or update through NHS App, SystmOnline, GP practice or pharmacy.It helps prescriptions go to the right place.
Medicine questionAsk a pharmacist.They can explain side effects, how to take medicine and over-the-counter options.
Minor illnessAsk a local pharmacy first where suitable.May be faster than a GP appointment for common minor symptoms.
Emergency supplyUse NHS 111 or pharmacy advice.Helpful if you run out when the practice is closed.

Test results, samples and what to do if symptoms continue

The official test-results page says the practice will contact you if results show you need further tests or treatment. If results are normal or need no further action, the practice will not usually contact you, but you can still check results. Once reviewed by a doctor, results can be viewed in NHS account/NHS App, SystmOnline, or by phoning or visiting the practice between 8am and 6:30pm.

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Ask who ordered the test.
GP-ordered and hospital-ordered results often have different follow-up routes.
2
Wait for doctor review.
Results are available through online services after a doctor has reviewed them.
3
Use NHS App or SystmOnline if enabled.
This is usually the easiest way to check routine reviewed results.
4
Remember the sample cut-off.
The official page says samples brought to surgery for testing have a 5pm Monday to Friday cut-off.
5
Contact the practice if symptoms continue.
The official page says if you have not heard and are concerned, or symptoms continue, you should get in touch.

Sick notes, fit notes and work certificates

The official sick-note page says if you have been off sick for more than 7 days, you can request a sick note by filling out a sick note request form, or by phoning or visiting the surgery from 9am to 5pm. If you have been off sick for 7 days or less, your employer should not ask for medical evidence and can ask you to self-certify.

7

7 days or less

Use self-certification. Your employer should not need GP medical evidence for this period.

8+

More than 7 days

Use the sick-note request form, phone, or visit from 9am to 5pm.

Hosp

Hospital care

If hospital treated you, ask the hospital team whether they should provide paperwork or a discharge note.

Dates

Give clear dates

Say when illness started, whether you are still off work and whether a clinician has already seen you.

Register with Thornton Medical Centre as a new patient

NHS.uk lists Thornton Medical Centre as accepting new patients. The official services page links to registration, health-record access, proxy access, changing contact details and self-referral information. Always check the practice catchment area before starting registration.

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Check the practice area.
Use the official registration route and catchment information before submitting forms.
2
Register through official NHS/practice links.
Do not use random directory forms for personal medical details.
3
Plan repeat medicine before changing GP.
Make sure you have enough medication while records transfer.
4
Update contact details carefully.
The official page says ID may be needed to change phone number or email address.
5
Ask about proxy access if helping someone else.
Parents, carers or family members may be able to access services for someone else if both are registered and appropriate access is set up.

Services patients often need

The official services page lists registration, clinics, test results, fit notes, interpreters, vaccinations, online services, health-record access, carers support, proxy access, contact-detail changes, self-referral, healthy living and services near me. Use the official site for current service links.

Online appointment requests
Repeat prescriptions
NHS App support
SystmOnline
Test results
Fit notes
GP health records
Proxy access
Vaccinations
Clinics
Carers support
InterpretersLive
Changing contact details
Self-referral
Healthy living
Services near me
Nurse appointments
Phlebotomy support

Accessibility, parking, interpreter support and visiting the surgery

The official contact page lists access and facilities including Braille translation service, disabled parking, disabled toilet, induction loop, signing service, step-free access, text relay, wheelchair access, baby changing facility and pram park. It also lists car parking, cycle parking and disabled parking.

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Wheelchair and step-free access

Wheelchair access and step-free access are listed. Ask ahead if you need support on arrival.

H

Hearing and communication support

Induction loop, signing service, text relay and Braille translation service are listed.

P

Parking

Car parking, cycle parking and disabled parking are listed. Allow extra time at busy clinic times.

C

Carers and children

Tell reception if you are a carer. Baby changing and pram park are listed.

Accessibility request script
Hello, I have an appointment or request with Thornton Medical Centre. I need help with [wheelchair access / hearing loop / signing support / text relay / interpreter / carer support]. Can this be added to my booking or request?

Reviews, CQC rating, NHS feedback and how to read patient comments

The official site displays CQC rating information as Good, and CQC lists Dr RI Addlestone, Dr N Mourmouris & Dr GE Orme at Thornton Medical Centre as Overall Good. Use reviews carefully: check dates, repeated themes and whether a comment is about access, phone lines, online forms, prescriptions or clinical care.

CQC

CQC inspected quality

CQC lists the service as Good overall. Check CQC directly for the latest live inspection record.

NHS

NHS.uk feedback

The official complaints page links to NHS.uk feedback and explains that reviews should be about a specific experience.

GPS

GP Patient Survey

The GP Patient Survey is run independently on behalf of NHS England and shows patient views about GP services.

Fair

Read fairly

One old review may not represent current online forms, staffing, prescription process or access arrangements.

Complaints, feedback and how to write a useful concern

The official complaints page says complaints can be pursued by emailing thorntonmc.complaints@nhs.net. A useful complaint should be factual, dated and clear about the outcome you want. Do not use complaints email for urgent medical symptoms.

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Write a timeline.
Include dates, times, what happened, who was involved if known and why it matters.
2
Use the official complaints email.
Send complaints to thorntonmc.complaints@nhs.net, not to appointment or prescription routes.
3
Say what outcome you want.
Examples: explanation, correction, apology, medication issue review, access support, or process improvement.
4
Get consent if acting for someone else.
The practice may need permission before discussing another patient’s medical information.

Thornton Medical Centre map, directions and photos

Address: Thornton Medical Centre, 15 Green Lane, Wortley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 1JE. Use the map for planning only. Confirm your appointment, opening hours and access needs before leaving home.

Before travelling

Check whether you have a confirmed appointment, whether you need to bring samples, medicine, forms or hospital letters, and whether access support is needed.

If you are late

Call reception as soon as possible. Some nurse appointments, phlebotomy, reviews and time-limited clinics may not be able to run late safely.

If you need photos

Use Google Maps street-level images where available, but rely on the official 15 Green Lane address rather than old third-party photos.

If someone else is driving

Send them the full address and postcode: Thornton Medical Centre, 15 Green Lane, Wortley, Leeds, LS12 1JE.

What to do when Thornton Medical Centre is closed

The official contact page says if you need medical help when the surgery is closed, use NHS 111 online or call 111. NHS 111 online is for people aged 5 and over; call 111 if you need help for a child under 5. Call 999 in a medical or mental health emergency where someone is seriously ill or injured and life is at risk.

ProblemUse this serviceExamples
Life-threatening emergencyCall 999Chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, heavy bleeding, collapse, not responding.
Urgent but not life-threateningNHS 111 online or call 111You need medical help fast and cannot wait for the practice to reopen.
Child under 5Call 111The official contact page says call 111 if you need help for a child under 5.
Minor illness or medicine adviceLocal pharmacyCoughs, colds, sore throat, tummy trouble, aches and pains, medicine side effects.
Mental health emergencyCall 999 if immediate danger; otherwise NHS 111 or crisis supportMental health emergencies should be treated as seriously as physical emergencies.

Official source check and reference notes

Official sources checked before writing: NHS.uk, Thornton Medical Centre official website, contact page, opening times, appointments page, prescriptions page, managing health online page, test-results page, sick-notes page, services page, practice staff page, access medical records page, complaints and feedback page, Armley PCN listing and CQC.

Official links: NHS.uk Thornton profile · Official practice website · Contact and opening hours · Appointments · Managing your health online · Repeat prescriptions · Test results · Sick notes · Services · Practice staff · Official CQC rating page · CQC profile · NHS 111

Why this page is built this way: real users search phone, hours, eConsult, Accurx, GP appointments, prescriptions, NHS App, SystmOnline, doctors, test results, sick notes, registration, reviews and CQC. This guide answers those intents in one place while still linking to official sources for final confirmation.

Thornton Medical Centre FAQs

What is the phone number for Thornton Medical Centre Leeds?
The official phone number is 0113 2310626. Use it for appointment-form help, reception queries, urgent GP-suitable problems, prescriptions, sick notes, test results, registration and access needs. For emergencies, call 999.
Where is Thornton Medical Centre?
Thornton Medical Centre is at 15 Green Lane, Wortley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS12 1JE.
What is the NHS code for Thornton Medical Centre?
NHS.uk lists Thornton Medical Centre under organisation code B86060.
Is Thornton Medical Centre accepting new patients?
NHS.uk lists Thornton Medical Centre as currently accepting new patients. Always use NHS.uk or the official practice registration route for the latest live status.
What are Thornton Medical Centre opening times?
The official contact page uses a live opening-hours table and lists weekday access. Check the official page before travelling, especially around bank holidays, staff training or temporary changes.
Does Thornton Medical Centre use eConsult?
Patients often search for eConsult, but Thornton Medical Centre’s official online-services page describes online forms using Accurx. These forms can be used for appointment requests, sick notes, test results and admin requests.
How do I book a GP appointment at Thornton Medical Centre?
Use the official “contact us online” form. The appointments page says a doctor triages the submitted form and the practice contacts you with an appointment suitable to the clinical need. If you cannot complete the form, reception can complete it for you.
When is the appointment form open?
The official appointments page says forms can be submitted Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm unless the practice has reached capacity for requests that day. Forms submitted before 2pm are triaged on the same day; forms after 2pm may be dealt with the next working day.
Can I call instead of using the online form?
Yes, if you cannot complete the form yourself, call reception. The official homepage says reception can complete the form on your behalf.
How do I order repeat prescriptions?
Use your NHS account/NHS App, SystmOnline or bring the paper form to the surgery. The official prescriptions page says these routes show repeat medicines and doses so you can choose the items you need.
How long do Thornton Medical Centre prescriptions take?
The official prescriptions page says prescriptions can usually be collected from the pharmacy 3 to 5 working days after ordering. Allow extra time around weekends, bank holidays and medication reviews.
Can I request repeat prescriptions by phone or email?
The safest official repeat prescription routes are NHS account/NHS App, SystmOnline or paper request. The official prescription page contains mixed wording around email, so check the live page before using email and do not rely on phone ordering.
How do I get test results?
After a doctor has reviewed your results, you can view them in NHS account/NHS App, SystmOnline, or by phoning or visiting the practice between 8am and 6:30pm. The practice will contact you if results show you need further tests or treatment.
What is the sample cut-off time?
The official test-results page says samples brought into the practice for testing have a 5pm Monday to Friday cut-off time.
How do I request a sick note?
If you have been off sick for more than 7 days, fill out a sick note request form, phone or visit the surgery from 9am to 5pm. If you have been off sick for 7 days or less, use self-certification.
Can I access my GP record online?
Yes, many patients can access parts of their GP record through NHS App/NHS website or online services. You may need to prove your identity and ask for full record access if you only see limited information.
Does Thornton Medical Centre have disabled access?
The official contact page lists Braille translation service, disabled parking, disabled toilet, induction loop, signing service, step-free access, text relay and wheelchair access.
Who are the doctors at Thornton Medical Centre?
The official practice staff page lists doctors including Dr Caroline Porteus, Dr Lindsay Springett, Dr Jessica Butterworth, Dr Andrew Dickins, Dr Claire Chan, Dr Feyi Mustapha, Dr Alim Rahemtulla and Dr Amna Chaudhry. Staff lists can change, so check the official page.
What is the CQC rating for Thornton Medical Centre?
CQC lists Dr RI Addlestone, Dr N Mourmouris & Dr GE Orme at Thornton Medical Centre as Overall Good. Check the official CQC profile for the latest record.
What should I do when Thornton Medical Centre is closed?
Use NHS 111 online or call 111 for urgent medical help that is not life-threatening. NHS 111 online is for people aged 5 and over; call 111 for a child under 5. Call 999 for a medical or mental health emergency.
Is this the official Thornton Medical Centre website?
No. This is an independent patient guide on medicalpracticeuk.org. Use the official Thornton Medical Centre website, NHS.uk, CQC and NHS 111 for final live details.
Independent directory disclaimer: medicalpracticeuk.org is not the NHS, not Thornton Medical Centre, not Dr Mourmouris & Partners, not Armley PCN and not CQC. This guide is for general patient information only. Opening times, appointment availability, online form access, prescription rules, doctors, registration status, services, accessibility details, pharmacy availability and CQC records can change. Always confirm important details with the official practice website, NHS.uk, CQC, NHS 111 or the surgery before relying on them.
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