How can I see a doctor today in the UK?

1. NHS GP Surgery

• Call your local GP surgery to book an appointment. 
• Some GP surgeries offer same-day appointments or emergency slots

2. NHS 111

• Call NHS 111 (free from landlines and mobiles) for urgent (but non-emergency) advice and guidance.
• They can direct you to the most suitable service, including out-of-hours GP services (where they can make you an appointment directly) or an Urgent Treatment Centre/similar (see below).

3. Urgent Treatment Centres (UTC), Minor Illness/Injury Unit (MIU) or Walk-in Centre

• Find your local UTC, Minor Illness/Injury Unit or Walk-in Centre on the NHS website, or my Googling these terms and your location.
• These centres provide same-day appointments for many illnesses and injuries.
• They usually operate 8am-8pm, 7 days a week. So they area good out-of-hours option, or if you are away from your local medical services.

4. Accident and Emergency (A&E)

• For life-threatening emergencies, go to your local A&E department or call 999.
• A&E is for serious conditions, such as:
  • Severe injury or bleeding
    
  • New confusion, drowsiness or possible stroke
  • Chest pain or shortness of breath
  • Severe abdominal pain
  • Suicidal feelings.

5. Private healthcare

• If you have private health insurance or want to pay for private care, you can contact a private doctor or clinic.
• Some private clinics and hospitals offer same-day appointments.

6. Online or phone consultations

• Some GP surgeries and private doctors/clinics offer online or phone consultations.

7. Work-related medical care

Your employer may offer rapid medical care, via:

• Occupational health department.
• Private doctor/clinic.

Ask what is available.

Before seeking medical attention

• Check the NHS website for health advice and guidance.
• Consider calling NHS 111 for non-emergency advice.

Summary

In this article we have described how you can see a doctor today in the UK. We hope it has been helpful.

Important

• If you are experiencing severe symptoms or a life-threatening emergency, call 999 or go to A&E.
• If you are struggling to get an appointment, contact NHS 111 for guidance.