Business Details
Your Trusted Healthcare Partner in Blackpool
South King Street Medical Centre has been serving the Blackpool community with comprehensive healthcare services. Our practice combines experienced medical professionals with modern facilities to deliver patient-centred care. We prioritise accessibility through online services like Rapid Health and PATCHS, enabling efficient consultations and administrative requests. Partnering with local NHS providers, we offer extended access, prescription management, and health education resources.Our team adheres to strict confidentiality protocols while maintaining compliance with NHS standards and data protection regulations. With flexible appointment options, home visit provisions, and multichannel communication tools, we ensure patients receive timely, appropriate care. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in regular staff training and policy reviews addressing patient needs and regulatory requirements.
Services
Appointments
Prescriptions
Health Information
Online Services
NHS Partnerships
Highlights and features
- We offer online triage systems for efficient medical consultations
- Our practice provides extended access appointments until 8pm on Tuesdays
- We maintain strict compliance with NHS confidentiality and data protection standards
- Our team includes experienced GPs with average earnings of 128,000 annually
- We partner with local NHS providers for comprehensive patient care
Services
Appointments
We offer flexible appointment options including face-to-face, phone, and video consultations. Patients can book urgent appointments through our online form, NHS App, or by phone during opening hours. Routine appointments require 48 hours' notice and are allocated based on clinical need.
Prescriptions
Our repeat prescription service allows patients to order medications online, via the NHS App, or in person. Prescriptions typically take 2-3 working days to process and can be collected from nominated pharmacies. We also conduct regular medication reviews for ongoing prescriptions.
Online Services
We provide multiple digital platforms including Rapid Health, PATCHS, and Accurx for 24/7 medical requests. These systems enable symptom assessment, administrative queries, and secure communication with healthcare professionals outside regular hours.
Health Information
Our practice offers comprehensive health resources covering conditions, treatments, and wellbeing. Patients access NHS-approved information through our website, in-person consultations, and partnerships with local healthcare providers for both physical and mental health concerns.
Home Visits
We provide home visit services for housebound patients requiring medical attention. Requests should be made early morning via phone, with clinicians assessing needs before visiting. This service ensures care accessibility for patients with mobility challenges.
Questions
How do I book an urgent appointment?
Use our online form, NHS App, or call 01253 626637 during opening hours. We respond to urgent requests within 48 hours and allocate appropriate clinical resources.
Can I order repeat prescriptions online?
Yes, through your NHS account or our online form. Prescriptions take 2-3 working days to process and can be collected from your nominated pharmacy.
What services are available outside normal hours?
For emergencies, call 999. For non-urgent care, use NHS 111 online or phone 111. Fylde Coast Medical Services handle our out-of-hours calls.
How does the practice support accessibility?
We follow NHS Accessible Information Standards, offering alternative formats, communication support, and reasonable adjustments for patients with disabilities or sensory loss.
What happens if I miss appointments?
Repeated missed appointments (DNAs) may affect your registration status. We send reminders and allow cancellations via voicemail or during opening hours to maintain service efficiency.
