What to do when Smallfield Surgery is Closed
When Smallfield Surgery is closed NHS 111 is the telephone service for people in East Surrey to call if they need medical help but are not in a life-threatening situation.
The easy to remember number will assist you in getting the right help, at the right time, during weekends and out of hours.
NHS 111 is free to call from landlines and mobiles, and is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
This service is used for people who are not sure if they need to go to A&E, need to see a GP or need reassurance and advice.
Your call to NHS 111 will be handled by team of fully trained advisers and experienced nurses and doctors who will assess your condition and direct you to the local service that can help you best, when you need it.
There are now only three numbers to know;
- 999 for life-threatening emergencies,
- 01342 843822 for Smallfield Surgery, and
- 111 for help & advice when the surgery is closed..
If you require more information please go to:
http://www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/AboutNHSservices/Emergencyandurgentcareservices/Pages/NHS-111.aspx
Please do not ask to see a doctor, out-of-hours, unless you genuinely cannot wait until the surgery re-opens.
Call 999 in an emergency.
Chest pains and/or shortness of breath constitute an emergency.