Christmas at Elm Lodge Surgery
Elm Lodge Surgery will be closed on Christmas Day (25/12/2024), Boxing Day (26/12/2024) and New Years Day (1/1/2025). We are open as usual on all other week days. When the surgery is closed, please call 111 for the out-of-hours doctor service. A list of pharmacies that are open at Christmas can be found here: https://www.england.nhs.uk/london/our-work/pharm-info/
Pharmacy First Advanced Scheme
The NHS has made it easier to get help for a number of common medical conditions. Your local pharmacy can provide treatment for 7 common illnesses without needing to see a GP. Find out more here.
Blood Test Appointments
Our local phlebotomy clinics at Tessa Jowell Health Centre and Kings College Hospital now requires patients to book an appointment. Book online here.
Direct Access to Physiotherapy
You can now see a local 'First Contact Physiotherapist' directly for any musculoskeletal issue without speaking to a GP for a referral. Please call our reception team to make a booking.
HRT Prepayment Certificate
If you are prescribed HRT medication you may be able to save money with the new HRT Prepayment Certificate. Find out more here.
Digital Inclusion
Southwark Council offers information and advice to help local residents use the internet confidently. Find out more here: https://www.southwark.gov.uk/schools-and-education/internet-and-digital-skills
Self Referrals
The NHS is under significant pressure. Instead of waiting for a routine GP appointment, please check if you can self-refer to other local specialist services.
Musculoskeletal Self Help App
Patients at Elm Lodge have access to getUbetter, a self help app for musculoskeletal conditions. Find out more here.
Worried about money?
Find out what support is available in Southwark.