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
You and Your General Practice
You and Your General Practice (YYGP) was created to help patients know what to expect when using their GP services, and how to get the most support from the GP team.
You can find the full YYGP guide online and translated versions can also be found on the NHS website.
Share feedback or concerns:
YYGP also helps patients share feedback or raise concerns. This can be done with your registered GP practice, Healthwatch, or the integrated care board (ICB).
If you would like to share feedback or concerns about your GP services with the ICB, please use the following email address: blmkicb.contactus@nhs.net
More information and guidance on accessing your GP surgery
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.