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Your Trusted GP Practice in Farnham Common
Southmead Surgery is a forward-thinking general practice dedicated to promoting patient wellbeing and addressing health needs with a personal and accessible approach. Established as a trusted healthcare provider in Farnham Common, we hold a CQC rating of Good and are recognised as a Dementia Friendly Practice. Our team prioritises patient-centred care, offering comprehensive services including medical consultations, vaccinations, mental health support, and chronic disease management. We maintain rigorous clinical standards through regular staff training and adherence to national guidelines, ensuring safe and effective care. Our practice operates extended triage hours to meet NHS contract requirements while maintaining quality.We utilise digital tools like the NHS App to streamline prescriptions and appointments, reducing administrative burdens. Our commitment to transparency includes clear communication about services, policies, and patient responsibilities. We actively promote appropriate use of healthcare resources through initiatives like Pharmacy First, directing patients to the most suitable care settings. With protected learning time for staff development, we ensure ongoing clinical excellence and practice improvement. Our facilities include wheelchair access and other accessibility features to serve diverse patient needs.
Services
GP Consultations
Prescription Management
Vaccinations
Mental Health Support
Chronic Disease Management
Home Visits
Health Checks
Contraception Services
Travel Health Advice
Pharmacy First Referrals
Highlights and features
- We maintain a CQC rating of Good for clinical standards and patient care
- Our practice offers extended triage hours to meet NHS service requirements
- We implement digital solutions like the NHS App for prescription management
- Our team completes mandatory training to ensure clinical up-to-dateness
- We provide accessible facilities including wheelchair access and induction loop
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission (CQC)
Services
GP Consultations
We offer comprehensive medical consultations through our online triage system, ensuring appropriate and timely care. Patients can access face-to-face or telephone appointments with GPs and advanced clinical practitioners. Our system prioritises urgent cases while maintaining routine care access, with extended triage hours to meet NHS standards.
Prescription Management
Our digital prescription service enables efficient medication requests via NHS App or website. We process repeat prescriptions within three working days, with clear guidance on medication use and collection. The practice promotes electronic repeat dispensing to streamline medication access while maintaining safety protocols for controlled substances.
Vaccinations
We provide essential vaccination services including annual flu jabs and travel health immunisations. Our practice educates patients on vaccine importance and schedules, with clear information about eligibility and administration processes. We follow national guidelines to ensure safe and effective immunisation delivery.
Mental Health Support
Our mental health services include initial assessments and referrals to NHS talking therapies. We support patients with common mental health conditions through cognitive behavioural therapy pathways. The practice promotes self-referral options while maintaining appropriate clinical triage for mental health concerns.
Home Visits
We provide home visit services for housebound patients, prioritising urgent needs through morning triage requests. Our clinicians coordinate visits efficiently while maintaining clinic operations. Patients receive advance communication about visit scheduling and requirements for eligibility.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve patients registered within our Farnham Common catchment area as specified on our registration page.
How do I order repeat prescriptions?
Use the NHS App, website, or GP online system to request repeat prescriptions - we don't accept phone or email requests.
Can I get same-day appointments?
Same-day appointments are available on a first-come basis - submit requests early through our triage system for best availability.
Do you offer online consultations?
Yes, we provide telephone and online consultations through the NHS App or website for appropriate medical issues.
What are your opening hours?
Monday-Friday 8am-6:30pm, Saturday mornings - closed Sundays and Bank Holidays with emergency cover through NHS 111.
