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Your Local Bedford Medical Practice
Putnoe Medical Centre has been serving the Bedford community with comprehensive healthcare services for over two decades. Our practice combines traditional medical expertise with innovative digital solutions like SystmConnect, enabling patients to book consultations and manage prescriptions online. We specialise in routine and emergency care, with extended hours including weekend availability. Our team of experienced GPs and healthcare professionals prioritises patient-centred care, offering home visits for housebound individuals and maintaining strict confidentiality protocols. We actively participate in NHS initiatives while maintaining accreditation through regular CQC inspections. Services
General Practice
Prescriptions
Emergency Care
Home Visits
Online Consultations
Highlights and features
- We offer online appointment booking and prescription requests through SystmConnect
- Our team includes experienced GPs providing comprehensive primary care services
- Emergency medical advice available through NHS 111 service
- Home visits available for housebound patients with prior arrangement
- We maintain CQC accreditation demonstrating our commitment to quality standards
Associations and certifications
- Care Quality Commission (CQC)
Services
General Practice Consultations
Our experienced GPs provide comprehensive medical consultations for routine and ongoing health issues. Patients can book face-to-face appointments or telephone consultations with our medical team. We offer same-day appointments for urgent matters and maintain continuity of care through regular patient follow-ups. Our services include health assessments, treatment plans, and medical referrals to specialist care when needed.
Prescription Management
We handle prescription requests and medication reviews for registered patients. Our online SystmOnline system allows convenient prescription ordering with collection within two working days. We provide detailed medication advice and monitor treatment effectiveness. Emergency prescriptions require prior telephone consultation with our pharmacy team for new patients needing immediate medication access.
Home Visits
Home visit services are available for patients who are genuinely housebound due to medical necessity. Our visiting doctors assess patients in their homes, with requests prioritised before 10:30am. We maintain medical record continuity during home visits, though note that full electronic records aren't accessible outside the practice building, ensuring appropriate care planning for homebound individuals.
Online Services
Our digital platform enables patients to book appointments, request prescriptions, and access health records online. SystmConnect facilitates non-urgent consultation requests, reducing telephone wait times. Over 1,000 patients monthly use our digital services, which include secure messaging with healthcare professionals and online access to medical summaries, promoting patient engagement in healthcare management.
Emergency Care
For urgent medical needs outside regular hours, we direct patients to NHS 111 for immediate advice. Our Walk-in Centre operates seven days weekly, treating minor injuries and illnesses from 8am-4pm Saturday and 8am-5pm Sunday. Life-threatening emergencies require immediate 999 calls, with our practice supporting follow-up care after emergency department treatment.
Questions
How can I book a GP appointment?
Book appointments through our SystmConnect portal for routine issues, or call 01234 319992 for urgent matters. Our online system handles over 1,000 requests monthly.
What prescription services do you offer?
Order repeat prescriptions via SystmOnline or NHS App. Emergency medication requires prior telephone consultation with our pharmacy team for new patients.
Do you provide home visits?
Home visits available for housebound patients. Request before 10:30am by calling 01234 319991, with visits assessed by our visiting doctor of the day.
What are your emergency care options?
Dial 999 for life-threatening emergencies. For urgent non-life-threatening issues, call NHS 111 or visit our Walk-in Centre operating 7 days weekly.
How can I access my medical records?
Register for SystmOnline access to view your medical records summary, prescriptions history, and appointment details securely online.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash or card payments for prescription charges and other applicable fees at our reception desk during opening hours.
