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There is more demand for GP appointments than ever before.

Our GP surgeries are working hard, increasing the number of appointments to 29,000 per day across Bedford Borough, Central Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes. More face-to-face appointments are now available, unless patients choose virtual appointments.

How can you help your GP surgery?

  • Self-care or use pharmacy services as a first step when you feel unwell
  • Register to use your GP surgery’s electronic consultation platform or the NHS App for repeat prescriptions and test results
  • Be patient, polite and kind – our staff are working as hard as they can

More information and guidance on accessing your GP surgery

Types of GP appointments

How to access online consultations

Healthcare advice you can receive from your pharmacy

Where to go if you feel unwell

Our GP surgeries and Primary Care Networks in BLMK

Find out about the team that work at GP surgeries

GP surgeries can book foreign language and BSL interpreters for face-to-face, telephone or video appointments. If you need an interpreter, contact your GP surgery to request one.

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