Central Surgery Family Doctors

13/10/2025

Did you know that breast screening is the best way to detect breast cancers early, when they are more easily treatable and before any signs or symptoms appear. So even if you feel fit and healthy, it’s really important that you still attend when invited.

Having a mammogram is nothing to worry about. It’s quick and easy and only takes 10 minutes and the friendly staff are on hand if you do have any concerns. So if you’re a women aged between 50-71, look out for your invitation letter coming through the post (every 3 years) and please, don’t ignore it, it could save your life. For more information visit https://www.gatesheadhealth.nhs.uk/services/breast-screening/

And if you’ve missed your appointment or need to change it for whatever reason, don’t worry, just contact your local screening centre to book another appointment at a date and time to suit you. Tel: 0191 445 2554

The Gateshead Breast Screening Service covers Gateshead, South Tyneside, Sunderland, Durham and Chester-le-Street.

18/09/2025

If you are aged 65 or over, your immune system becomes weaker with age. This makes you more vulnerable flu and increases the risk of serious illness or complications, get vaccinated at our free Flu Walk-in Clinic on Friday 3rd October between 8am – 6pm

04/09/2025

Important Notice: Closure of our Branch Surgery at Flagg Court !

In February 2025, we told you we might close our Flagg Court branch. We asked your thoughts before making a decision. Thank you to everyone who filled in our survey or came to a drop-in.
Your feedback was part of our application to close the branch. This was sent to North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board (ICB). They have now approved our application to close the branch. Our branch surgery at Flagg Court, Dale Street, South Shields w ill close permanently on Tuesday 30th September 2025. This will help us run more smoothly and improve our services.

You do not need to do anything. You will still be registered with Central Surgery. Your records will not change. You can still contact us on the normal phone number- 0191 4554621. You can still use GP services at our main Central Surgery site - Cleadon Park Primary Care Centre, Prince Edward Road, South Shields, NE34 7QD.

If you do not want to stay with Central Surgery, you can register with a different GP practice. You will need to live within their boundary. You can find details of local GP practices at the following Find a GP' link: www.nhs.uk/service-search/find-a-GP

If you want to speak to someone independent, you can contact Healthwatch South Tyneside. Healthwatch are a support organisation that listens to, advises, and speaks up for users of health and social care services. Yyou can email info@healthwatchsouthtyneside.co.uk orcall01914897952. It is a free and independent service.