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Dr Tobin has now retired.   We wish him well in his retirement.

Text Messaging Service

The practice now uses the AccuRx system to send secure SMS messages to patients.

We may contact you in this way to:

  • Provide information about your test results
  • Share important health information
  • appointment reminders

Using this system helps reduce the need for phone calls and allows you to manage your care more efficiently. If you have recently changed your contact number please let us know so we can update your records.

Blood Clinic Appointments 

There is now a new service running called Blood & Go at Douglas Street and Blantyre Treatment Rooms, This will be a Drop- In service, no appointment required. The clinics at Douglas Street will run Monday – Friday from 8am till 3.30pm. Blantyre Treatment room will run from 8.am – 2.45pm Monday - Friday.

Unfortunately, all Phlebotomy appointments within Surgeries throughout Lanarkshire are now centralised at Hamilton or Blantyre Treatment Rooms.

Easter Holiday

The practice will be closed on Friday 3rd April and Monday 6th April 2026.   In the event of an emergency please dial 111. Please make sure you have an adequate supply of medication to cover this time.

Online Ordering of Prescriptions

We are changing the way that you order prescriptions online.  From February 2024, this will be the only way to order medication online. To find out how to register for this service, please click here. Alternatively, patients can phone our Prescription Line on 01698 456 622 to order medication.

When Making an Appointment

Our reception staff will ask you for a brief description of the issue that you have, this is to ensure that they are booking you in with the best person to help you with your condition. We have a diverse mix of staff who can help.

Private Medicals

HGV, PSV Medicals etc are currently not provided by the practice.  Please source an alternative private provider via an internet search.

 

24 hour Cancellation Line

If you need to cancel an appointment please call our automated line on 01698 456623,

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