Accessing Healthcare
Learn how to register with a doctor and access medical support during your time at university.
Register with a Doctor
It’s important to register with a local doctor, also known as General Practitioner (GP), when you arrive at Newcastle University so you can access medical advice if you need it.
This is your first point of contact for medical treatment. Most illnesses and other problems can be treated by the GP, but if you need to see a specialist, the GP will refer you to an appropriate department or service.
Wellbeing health fair
You can register with a local GP during our Wellbeing Health Fair, where you’ll also learn about local medical services. Our wellbeing teams will be available to answer any questions you may have.
- Dates: Tuesday 9 to Friday 19 September 2025
- Location: Boiler House
- Time: 9:30 – 16:30 daily
Wellbeing workshops
- Dates: Wednesday 17 to Friday 19 September 2025
- Location: Boiler House
- Time: 10:00-15:00
A host of different wellbeing workshops designed give you the information you might need to make good decisions about your wellbeing while at university.
Accessing medical help
In the UK there are three main ways for you to receive medical help if you need it:
1. Local Pharmacy
For minor illnesses (eg. coughs, colds, sore throats, tummy troubles), your local pharmacy is a good first point of contact. Pharmacists can offer clinical advice and let you know if further medical help is needed.
2. Visiting your doctor/GP
You can book an appointment with your doctor/GP. Appointments may be over the phone, online, or face-to-face.
3. NHS 111
If you’re unsure where to go or your GP is unavailable, call or visit NHS 111 online. They’ll guide you to the most appropriate service.
Download the NHS app
Downloading the NHS app can help you to book appointments (if supported by your GP surgery), order repeat prescriptions and give you instant access to your NHS health record.