Shropdoc

Out of hours is from 18:30 - 08:00 during the week, all weekends and bank holidays - These times are covered by Shropdoc who deal with medical emergencies which cannot wait until the surgery is normally open.

Telephone: 111

In a case of a major medical emergency which you consider might require immediate hospital treatment phone 999, the nearest casualty department is either at Telford or Shrewsbury.

Some of our Stottesdon patients may be taken to Worcester Hospital. There is a minor injuries unit at Kidderminster, Ludlow and Bridgnorth – These are not all open 24 hours and can only deal with recent minor injuries.

Dispensary

The Dispensary at Stottesdon is open during Stottesdon's opening hours.

The Dispensary at Ditton is open at different hours to the surgery hours, as outlined below:

Mon 10am - 1pm & 2pm - 17:30pm

Tues 10am - 1pm & 2pm - 17:30pm

Wed 10am - 1pm

Thurs 10am - 1pm & 2pm - 17:30pm

Fri 10am - 1pm & 2pm - 17:30pm

NHS 111

In the case of urgent need when the practice is closed but it is not a 999 Emergency, you can call 111, 24 hours a day.

Call 999 in an emergency. Chest pains and / or shortness of breath constitute an emergency.

111 online is a fast and convenient alternative to the 111 phone service and provides an option for people who want to access 111 digitally. 

Your needs will be assessed and you will be given advice about whether you need:

• Treat yourself at home
• Go to a Primary Care Centre

If you need face to face medical attention you may be asked to attend a Primary Care Centre.

Click here to access NHS 111 online or call 111 to speak to a staff member.