Penicuik Medical Practice | NHS GP Appointments & Hours

Q: How do I order repeat prescriptions?

Use the prescription re-order form, Patient Services or online services if registered, or the official repeat prescription route. The practice says to allow 5 working days from ordering to collection from your chosen pharmacy.

Emergency first: This is an independent patient guide, not NHS Scotland and not Penicuik Medical Practice. If someone has chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, heavy bleeding, collapse, a serious allergic reaction, a seizure that is not stopping, or is not responding, call 999 now. If it is urgent but not life-threatening and the practice is closed, use NHS 24 on 111.

Penicuik NHS Scotland GP patient handbook

Penicuik Medical Practice: NHS GP appointments, hours, prescriptions, doctors and NHS 24 help

Penicuik Medical Practice is an NHS Scotland GP practice at The Health Centre, 37 Imrie Place, Penicuik, EH26 8LF. This practical guide explains how to phone the surgery, when appointments are released, what to say to reception, how repeat prescriptions work, how local pharmacies can help, when to use NHS 24, how to register, how to request a sick line, what the clinical team does, and how to avoid wasting time on the wrong route.

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Start here before calling

Danger signs?Call 999. Do not wait for the GP phone line.

Need a GP today?Phone line and same-day GP appointments start at 08:30.

Muscle or joint issue?Ask if the Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner is suitable.

Minor illness?Pharmacy First Scotland may be faster than a GP appointment.

Main surgery phone

01968 672612

Use this number for: GP appointment requests, reception questions, repeat prescription problems, sick line questions, registration support, care navigation, online services help, urgent same-day advice, community nursing questions, or if you cannot use online forms.

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Address for maps and letters

Penicuik Medical Practice
The Health Centre
37 Imrie Place
Penicuik
EH26 8LF

The practice is described as centrally located near Penicuik’s main shopping precinct. Use the full Health Centre address for maps, taxis, letters and family members helping you travel.

Open directions

Phone

01968 672612

Address

37 Imrie Place, EH26 8LF

GP phone line

08:30 each day

Out of hours

NHS 24 on 111

Fast answer: Penicuik Medical Practice is an NHS Scotland GP practice at The Health Centre, 37 Imrie Place, Penicuik, EH26 8LF. The main phone number is 01968 672612. NHS 24 lists normal opening Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 18:00. The practice says the phone line goes live at 08:30 and doctors’ appointments are released on the day at 08:30. If the surgery is closed and your problem cannot wait, call NHS 24 on 111; call 999 for emergencies.

Google and Bing search-intent map for Penicuik Medical Practice

People do not only search the practice name. They search for “Penicuik Medical Practice appointments”, “Penicuik Medical Practice opening times”, “Penicuik Medical Practice repeat prescriptions”, “Penicuik Health Centre”, “phone number”, “doctors”, “online services”, “patient services login”, “sick line”, “NHS 24”, “pharmacy”, “minor ailments”, “physiotherapist”, “mental health nurse”, “registration” and “CQC rating”. This page explains the action behind each search instead of using keywords as a plain list.

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Search phrase	What the user usually needs	Best section
Penicuik Medical Practice appointments	Same-day GP appointment timing, what reception will ask, telephone vs face-to-face route.	Appointments
Opening times	Normal weekday access, 08:30 phone line, out-of-hours route and emergency route.	Hours
Repeat prescriptions	5 working day rule, online ordering, pharmacy collection and medication reviews.	Prescriptions
Patient services login	Registering for online access to order and view medication.	Online services
Doctors	GP names, working days, trainees, medical students and continuity requests.	Doctors and team
Sick line / fit note	Self-certification, repeat sick line request and employer paperwork.	Sick line
Pharmacy / minor ailments	Pharmacy First Scotland, local pharmacy numbers and medicine advice.	Pharmacy
CQC rating	Users often search this by habit, but CQC regulates England. Scotland uses NHS Scotland / Healthcare Improvement Scotland routes.	Quality note

Unique patient decision hub: choose the right Penicuik route in 60 seconds

This section is designed as a reusable patient tool. Start with your situation, then choose the safest and quickest route before calling at 08:30.

I need a GP today

Phone at 08:30. The practice says doctors’ appointments are released on the day at 08:30. Reception will ask questions so they can choose telephone, face-to-face, nurse, physiotherapy, mental health nurse, pharmacy or another service.

I need urgent medical advice when closed

If it can wait until the practice reopens, wait and contact the surgery. If it cannot wait and is not life-threatening, call NHS 24 on 111. If it is an emergency, call 999.

I need repeat medication

Order early. The official prescription page says to allow 5 working days from ordering to collecting from your chosen pharmacy.

I have cough, cold, rash or minor illness

Use Pharmacy First Scotland or local pharmacy advice first when suitable. The practice itself points patients to pharmacists for many minor ailments.

I have back, joint, muscle or sports injury symptoms

Ask reception whether the Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner is the correct first step. This may be faster and more useful than waiting for a GP.

I need mental health support

The practice lists a mental health nurse for mild to moderate difficulties. Serious or immediate risk should use emergency or crisis services, not routine GP booking.

Penicuik Medical Practice opening hours and 08:30 phone-line rule

NHS 24 lists normal opening times as Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00. The practice opening-hours page explains that the practice is open from 08:00 to 08:30 for emergencies, and the phone lines open for appointments at 08:30. The homepage also states that doctors’ appointments are released on the day at 08:30.

Official opening hours NHS 24 GP listing Official homepage

Access point	What it means	Patient tip
Normal weekday opening	Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00 on NHS 24 listing	Use official pages before travelling because closures and holidays can change.
08:00 to 08:30	The practice says this early window is for emergencies	Do not use it for routine booking or admin.
08:30 phone line	The phone line goes live for appointments	Call early if you need GP help that day.
Same-day GP appointments	Doctors’ appointments are released at 08:30	There is a daily limit, so you may be asked to call back another day if nothing is left.
When closed	NHS 24 on 111 for urgent non-emergency help	Use 999 for life-threatening symptoms.

Important: Scottish GP opening times, public holidays and daily appointment capacity can change. Check the official practice news/opening page before relying on any time-sensitive detail.

How to arrange a Penicuik Medical Practice appointment

The official appointment page says doctors’ appointments are released at 08:30 each day. It also says the practice offers telephone and face-to-face appointments, and the reception team will decide the appointment type based on the reason for your appointment. The FAQ explains the practice currently runs an on-the-day service, and that there is only a certain number of appointments per doctor each day.

Official appointments page Official FAQs Do I need to see a GP?

Decide if it is an emergency.
Use 999 for life-threatening symptoms. Use NHS 24 on 111 if the practice is closed and the problem cannot wait.

Phone at 08:30 for GP appointments.
The practice releases doctors’ appointments on the day at 08:30. Calling later can mean the daily GP capacity has already gone.

Answer reception questions clearly.
The reception team asks questions to direct you safely. This may lead to a GP, nurse practitioner, mental health nurse, physiotherapist, pharmacy or self-care route.

Say if you need face-to-face.
The practice offers telephone and face-to-face appointments. Explain why face-to-face is needed if you think it is essential.

Ask about advance bookings for non-GP clinicians.
The practice says appointments can be booked in advance for the nursing team, physiotherapy practitioner or mental health nurse.

Cancel early if you cannot attend.
The practice charter says patients should let the surgery know as soon as possible so another patient can use the appointment.

Simple 08:30 phone script

Hello, my name is [name]. My date of birth is [date of birth]. I am registered at Penicuik Medical Practice. I need help because [one clear sentence]. It started [when]. It is [getting worse / not improving / urgent today / routine]. Can you tell me whether I need a GP, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physiotherapist or another service?

Why reception asks questions: it is not just admin. It helps the practice use limited same-day GP appointments safely and direct patients to the person who can help fastest.

Before you call: practical checklist for faster care

Calling at 08:30 can feel rushed. Prepare the details below before you call so you can explain the problem clearly and avoid forgetting important information.

Full name and date of birth

Best callback number

Main symptom or request

When it started

Whether it is getting worse

Medicine list and allergies

Hospital letters if relevant

Current sick line dates

Preferred pharmacy

Carer consent if calling for someone

Interpreter or access need

What help you want today

Good symptom wording

I have had [symptom] for [time]. It is [getting worse / not improving / affecting sleep / affecting work]. I have tried [self-care or medicine]. I take [regular medicines]. I am worried because [reason]. I need advice on whether this should be GP, nurse practitioner, pharmacy, physio, mental health nurse or another service.

Do you need to see a GP, or is another service better?

The practice explains that GP services are under pressure and that other services may be more appropriate for some problems. This matters because the fastest useful help may come from Pharmacy First Scotland, NHS Inform, a dentist, optician, physiotherapy practitioner, mental health nurse or self-care guidance, not always a GP appointment.

Use services well NHS Inform GP services Pharmacy First Scotland

Problem type	Likely first route	Why
Cough, cold, sore throat, hay fever, rash, lice, indigestion	Pharmacy First Scotland or local pharmacist	Pharmacists can advise on common minor illnesses and medicines.
Tooth pain, swelling, broken tooth	Dentist / NHS dental urgent route	GPs do not replace dental care.
Eye pain, red eye, vision change	Optician / emergency eye care route	Optometrists are trained for many eye problems.
Back, joint, muscle, tendon or sports injury	Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner	The practice has physiotherapy practitioners for musculoskeletal issues.
Mild to moderate mental health difficulties	Mental Health Nurse or GP triage	The practice lists a mental health nurse for this type of support.
Severe mental health crisis or immediate danger	Emergency/crisis services	Do not wait for routine GP availability if there is immediate risk.

Online access, Patient Services and medical record requests

The practice has online access forms for patient services so patients can order and view medication. The official online access page says the system remembers which medications you are on and makes requesting repeat prescriptions faster and easier. The practice also has patient-record pages for updating personal details, telling the practice you are a carer, and managing record-sharing information.

Online access to patient services Patient Services login Patient record

Repeat medication online

Online services can make repeat prescription requests faster because your repeat medication list is remembered.

Security matters

You are responsible for keeping online access details safe. Do not share passwords or registration details with unauthorised people.

Carer

Carer information

If you are a carer or someone helps you, update the practice so communication and consent are handled properly.

Data

Record sharing

Ask the practice if you have questions about patient record access, summary records, data sharing or opt-out choices.

Penicuik Medical Practice doctors and training practice note

The official team page lists doctors and says the practice is a training practice with GP registrars and medical students. The appointment page also says the practice may ask you to see or speak to a trainee, and some consultations may be recorded for training only with agreement up front. You can say if you do not want a student present or do not want recording; this should not affect your care.

Official team page Appointment and training note

Doctor	Official listed working days	Patient note
Dr Drummond Begg	Thursday, Friday	Check the official page for current availability.
Dr Katherina Tober	Tuesday	Continuity requests depend on clinical need and availability.
Dr Nicola DiMambro	Monday, Thursday	Ask reception if continuity matters for an ongoing problem.
Dr Julia Lutte	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday	Same-day problems may be handled by the available clinician.
Dr Juliana Moni	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday	Explain why a preferred doctor is important if relevant.
Dr Karen Oso	Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday	Official page notes a special interest in women’s health and contraception procedures.
Dr Ros Peters	Tuesday PM, Wednesday, Friday	Official page notes women’s health, skin problems and joint injections experience.
Dr Hamish Reid	Monday, Wednesday, Thursday	Availability can change.
Dr Ian Shakespeare	Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Use official page for latest rota information.
Dr Kate Starr	Thursday, Friday	Urgent issues may not wait for a preferred clinician.
Dr Judith Tindale	Monday, Thursday, Friday	Ask for continuity when clinically useful.
Dr Ed Tulloch	Wednesday, Thursday	Official page notes training in contraceptive implants and joint injections.
Dr Peter Weil	Wednesday, Thursday, Friday	Official page notes chronic disease systems and joint injections.

Continuity tip: for ongoing problems, say “I would prefer continuity with a clinician who knows this issue if possible.” For urgent problems, accept the fastest safe clinician.

Nurse practitioners, mental health nurse, physiotherapy and other practice team roles

Penicuik Medical Practice is not only doctors. The official team page lists nurse practitioners, practice nurses, CTAC staff, mental health nurse, advanced physiotherapy practitioners, pharmacists, community nurses and health visitors. This matters because the right professional may solve the problem faster than a GP appointment.

Official team page Use services well

Nurse practitioners

The team page lists Jacqui Mason, Yvonne Brown and Laura Thomson. Nurse practitioners may help with a variety of health conditions, including diabetes, asthma and women’s health depending on role and appointment type.

Mental health nurse

The team page lists Kerry Crichton for mild to moderate mental health difficulties. Serious concerns should use emergency or crisis routes.

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Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner

The team page lists Naomi Williams and Philip Chant. Ask about this route for muscle, joint, bone, back, neck, tendon or sports injury problems.

Practice pharmacists

The team page lists pharmacy staff who may support medication work. Use prescription routes for medication queries rather than expecting every issue to need a GP.

Community nurses

The official team page lists community nurse contact as 01968 671535 for care at home after surgery and long-term conditions.

Health visitors

The Penicuik & Roslin Health Visiting Team is based there and the official page lists 0131 440 7832 for baby clinics and immunisation clinic information.

Penicuik Medical Practice repeat prescriptions

The official prescriptions page says to allow 5 working days from ordering your prescription to collecting it from your chosen pharmacy. It also says the practice issues prescriptions for over 15,000 medicines every month, and that prescription handling needs review by the doctor and pharmacist who know you best. Order early so weekends, public holidays, pharmacy collection schedules and medication reviews do not leave you short.

Official prescriptions page Prescription re-order form Online access form

Form

Prescription re-order form

The official prescription page links to a re-order form that does not require registration.

Online

Patient online services

Registration is needed for advanced online services. The system remembers medication and can make repeat requests easier.

Pharm

Chosen pharmacy

Collecting from the pharmacy lets you ask medication questions and reduces pressure on reception.

Review

Medication review

The official page says patients on regular medication get a reminder once a year to book a telephone or face-to-face review.

Prescription issue	What it usually means	Practical next step
Medicine almost finished	You may not have left enough time for 5 working day processing and pharmacy preparation.	Contact the practice/pharmacy urgently and explain exact medicine, dose and remaining supply.
Medicine not showing online	It may not be on repeat, may be due review, or may need GP/pharmacist checking.	Use the prescription form or contact reception with medicine name and reason.
Pharmacy says nothing is ready	The request may still be processing, not collected, or sent to a different pharmacy.	Check request date, chosen pharmacy and whether 5 working days have passed.
Hospital changed medicine	GP records may need updating before repeats are changed.	Give the practice the hospital letter or clear details before you run out.
Annual medication review reminder	The practice needs to check regular medicine safety.	Book the review when prompted so repeat requests are not delayed.

Do not wait until your last tablet: order early, especially before public holidays, weekends, travel, hospital medication changes or annual medication review reminders.

Local pharmacies, Pharmacy First Scotland and minor ailments

The official prescription page says pharmacists can help manage short-term illness and answer medicine questions. It also lists local pharmacy contact numbers and says pharmacies collect on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. NHS Pharmacy First Scotland can help with many minor illnesses without needing a GP appointment.

Official local pharmacy list NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Find a pharmacy

Pharmacy	Official listed number	Useful for
Penicuik Pharmacy	01968 673633	Prescription collection and medication questions.
Rowlands, Edinburgh Road	01968 676868	Pharmacy advice and prescription support.
Rowlands, Precinct / McWhinnies	01968 673939	Local pharmacy collection and minor ailment advice.
Rowlands, Loanhead	0131 440 0511	Alternative local pharmacy route.
Roslin Pharmacy	0131 440 2596	Medication and minor illness support.
West Linton Pharmacy	01968 660212	Pharmacy support outside Penicuik centre.

Use pharmacy first for minor ailments: coughs, colds, pain relief, rashes, lice, scabies, indigestion, hay fever and allergy remedies may be suitable for pharmacy advice before a GP appointment.

Sick line, fit note and self-certification guidance

In Scotland, many people say “sick line” when they mean a fit note or sickness certificate. The official sick/fit note page says if you have been ill for 7 days or less, you do not need to see a doctor and can complete a self-certification form yourself. If you already had a sick note for the same illness, you may be able to request an additional sick line online or by phoning the surgery.

Official sick/fit note page Self-certification form

7 days or less

You usually do not need a doctor’s note. Use self-certification unless your employer has a specific internal form.

Employer wants a note anyway?

The practice says a doctor’s note in these circumstances may involve a charge because it is treated as a private report.

Repeat

Additional sick line

If you already had a sick note for the illness, the GP may not need to see you before issuing an additional one, if agreed.

Date

Current sick line still active?

The official FAQ says the GP cannot issue a new sick line until the current one expires.

Register with Penicuik Medical Practice

The official registration page says to ask at reception for a registration form. It also says you must bring some form of personal ID and proof of residency, while noting the practice does not need to see proof of ID. Temporary residents, people staying with family, homeless people and non-English speakers are also covered on the official page.

Official patient registration NHS Inform GP finder

Ask reception for the registration form.
Use the official route rather than unofficial downloads or old third-party pages.

Check you live in the practice area.
If unsure, ask the practice or use the NHS Inform GP finder.

Bring helpful documents.
The official page mentions personal ID and proof of residency, while also noting proof of ID is not needed to be seen by the practice.

Plan repeat medication.
If you are moving practice and take regular medicine, request enough supply before records transfer.

Temporary resident?
The official page explains temporary registration for people away from their usual GP area.

Clinics and services patients often need

The official clinics page lists services and treatment areas such as minor surgery, asthma, COPD, diabetes, podiatry and chiropody, self care, carers, fungal nail treatment, sexual health and women’s health, physiotherapy, mental health, minor injuries, test results, blood pressure monitoring, travel, screening and monitoring. Some non-NHS work may involve a private fee.

Official clinics and treatments Practice charter

Same-day GP appointments

Telephone appointments

Face-to-face appointments

Nurse practitioner appointments

Mental health nurse

Advanced physiotherapy

Practice pharmacists

Asthma reviews

COPD support

Diabetes care

Blood pressure monitoring

Cervical smears

Minor ailment clinics

Dressings

Women’s health

Contraception procedures

Joint injections

Community nursing

Health visitors

Travel advice

Carer support

Disabled access, parking and getting to the health centre

The official patient registration page says the health centre is fully accessible to disabled people and has two disabled parking spaces in the staff car park next to the back door of the health centre at the end of Imrie Place. It says you do not need a disabled badge if you are unwell, but these spaces should only be used if genuinely needed.

Official access note Directions

Disabled parking

Two disabled parking spaces are listed near the back door of the health centre at the end of Imrie Place.

Access problem?

The official page says to let the practice manager know if you have problems with access.

Car

General parking

If you do not have mobility problems, the practice asks patients to use local parking to the south and west of the health centre.

Help

Need extra help?

Tell reception before attending if you need mobility help, interpreter support, carer involvement or longer communication time.

Access request script

Hello, I have an appointment at Penicuik Medical Practice. I need help with [wheelchair access / parking / interpreter / carer support / hearing or communication help]. Can this be added to my booking before I attend?

Reviews, rating note and why CQC is not the right Scottish search

Some users search “Penicuik Medical Practice CQC rating” because many UK GP articles mention CQC. This is not the right rating route for a Scottish NHS GP practice. CQC is the regulator for health and social care in England. Scotland uses NHS Scotland structures, NHS 24 / NHS Inform service listings, and Healthcare Improvement Scotland routes for healthcare inspection reports.

CQC explains it regulates England Healthcare inspection reports in Scotland NHS 24 GP listing

Scot

Use Scottish sources

For Scottish GP practices, check the official practice website, NHS 24, NHS Inform and relevant Scottish inspection/report sources.

Old

Be careful with old reviews

Online comments may not reflect current 08:30 appointment release rules, service pressure, staffing or care-navigation routes.

Pat

Patient experience

Look for recent, repeated themes rather than one emotional review. Appointment pressure can affect experience even when clinical care is appropriate.

Fact

Verify live facts

Opening times, closures, doctors, service availability and prescription rules should be checked on the official practice website.

Suggestions, complaints and how to write a useful concern

The official suggestions and complaints page says suggestions can be sent through the suggestions form, but medical matters and official complaints cannot be dealt with through that form. For a complaint, the practice says to contact the surgery or put the complaint in writing addressed to the practice manager.

Official suggestions and complaints Practice policies

Write a timeline.
List dates, times, who was involved if known, what happened and what outcome you want.

Use the right route.
Use suggestions form only for suggestions. Medical matters and official complaints need the surgery/practice manager route.

Include patient details safely.
Include enough information for the practice to identify the situation, but do not post private medical details on social media.

Get consent if acting for someone else.
If you complain for another patient, the practice may need permission before discussing their record.

Penicuik Medical Practice map, directions and photos

Address: Penicuik Medical Practice, The Health Centre, 37 Imrie Place, Penicuik, EH26 8LF. Use this map for planning only. Confirm your appointment, opening hours and access needs before leaving home.

Before travelling

Check appointment time, clinician type, opening hours, access needs and whether you need to bring medication, samples, letters or forms.

If you are late

Call reception as soon as possible. Short GP slots and nursing clinics may not be able to run late safely.

If you need photos

Use official website images or Google Maps street-level images where available, but rely on the official address rather than old third-party photos.

If someone else is driving

Send the full address and postcode: The Health Centre, 37 Imrie Place, Penicuik, EH26 8LF.

What to do when Penicuik Medical Practice is closed

The official opening-hours page says if you cannot wait until the surgery reopens, call NHS 24 on 111. NHS 24 can give advice and arrange an appointment with local services. The same page says in a genuine emergency you should call 999, and it gives chest pains and/or shortness of breath as emergency examples.

Official out-of-hours guidance NHS 24 NHS Inform

Problem	Use this service	Examples
Life-threatening emergency	Call 999	Chest pain, stroke signs, severe breathing difficulty, heavy bleeding, collapse, not responding.
Urgent but not life-threatening	Call 111	You need medical advice and cannot wait until the surgery reopens.
Minor illness or medicine advice	Local pharmacy / Pharmacy First Scotland	Coughs, colds, rashes, hay fever, indigestion, lice, scabies and medication questions.
Self-care question	NHS Inform	Use NHS Inform symptom and self-help information when the issue is not urgent.
Mental health crisis	Emergency/crisis route, NHS 24, or 999 if immediate danger	Immediate risk should not wait for routine GP access.

Official source check and reference notes

Official sources checked before writing: official Penicuik Medical Practice website, NHS 24 GP practice listing, official opening-hours page, appointments page, FAQs, prescriptions page, online access page, team page, registration page, sick/fit note page, clinics page, patient record page, suggestions and complaints page, use-services-well page, NHS Inform GP guidance, NHS Pharmacy First Scotland guidance, CQC England note and Healthcare Improvement Scotland/mygov.scot inspection report guidance.

Official links: Official practice website · NHS 24 GP listing · Opening hours · Appointments · Prescriptions · Online services · Doctors and team · Registration · Sick/fit notes · Clinics · Complaints · Pharmacy First Scotland · NHS 24

Why this page is built this way: real users search phone, opening hours, appointments, repeat prescriptions, doctors, online services, patient services login, sick line, registration, pharmacies, mental health nurse, physiotherapy practitioner, NHS 24 and CQC rating. This guide answers those intents in practical steps while still linking to official sources for final live confirmation.

Penicuik Medical Practice FAQs

What is the phone number for Penicuik Medical Practice?

The main phone number for Penicuik Medical Practice is 01968 672612. The practice says the phone line goes live at 08:30 each day. Use 999 for emergencies and NHS 24 on 111 when the practice is closed and the issue cannot wait.

Where is Penicuik Medical Practice?

Penicuik Medical Practice is at The Health Centre, 37 Imrie Place, Penicuik, EH26 8LF.

What are Penicuik Medical Practice opening hours?

NHS 24 lists normal opening Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 18:00. The practice opening-hours page says the practice is open from 08:00 to 08:30 for emergencies and phone lines open for appointments at 08:30.

When are GP appointments released?

The practice says doctors’ appointments are released on the day at 08:30. It currently runs an on-the-day system for GP appointments, with limited appointment capacity per doctor each day.

Can I book a Penicuik GP appointment in advance?

The practice says if a GP needs to speak to you, this can be booked in advance at GP discretion. The homepage also says appointments can be booked in advance for the nursing team, physiotherapy practitioner or mental health nurse.

Does Penicuik Medical Practice offer face-to-face appointments?

Yes. The official FAQ says the practice is doing face-to-face appointments. The appointment type is based on the reason for your appointment and reception triage.

Why does reception ask questions?

Reception asks questions to direct you to the right service. Depending on the issue, this may be a GP, nurse practitioner, physiotherapist, mental health nurse, pharmacist, NHS Inform, NHS 24 or self-care route.

How do I order repeat prescriptions?

Use the prescription re-order form, Patient Services/online services if registered, or the official repeat prescription route. The practice says to allow 5 working days from ordering to collection from your chosen pharmacy.

How long do repeat prescriptions take?

The official prescriptions page says to allow 5 working days from ordering your prescription to collecting it from your chosen pharmacy.

Which local pharmacies are listed by the practice?

The practice lists Penicuik Pharmacy, Rowlands Edinburgh Road, Rowlands Precinct/McWhinnies, Rowlands Loanhead, Roslin Pharmacy and West Linton Pharmacy. Check live pharmacy opening times before travelling.

Can a pharmacist help instead of a GP?

Yes. The practice points patients to pharmacists for medicine questions and minor ailments. NHS Pharmacy First Scotland can help with many common minor illnesses without a GP appointment.

How do I use online services?

The practice has an online access form for patient services. Online services can help with repeat prescription requests and viewing medication. Use the official practice link or Patient Services login.

Who are the doctors at Penicuik Medical Practice?

The official team page lists doctors including Dr Drummond Begg, Dr Katherina Tober, Dr Nicola DiMambro, Dr Julia Lutte, Dr Juliana Moni, Dr Karen Oso, Dr Ros Peters, Dr Hamish Reid, Dr Ian Shakespeare, Dr Kate Starr, Dr Judith Tindale, Dr Ed Tulloch and Dr Peter Weil. Check the official team page for current availability.

Is Penicuik Medical Practice a training practice?

Yes. The practice says it trains GP registrars and teaches medical students from the University of Edinburgh. You should be asked for consent before a student is present or before a consultation is video-recorded for training.

How do I get a sick line or fit note?

If you have been ill for 7 days or less, the official page says you do not need to see a doctor and can self-certify. If you already had a sick note for the same illness, you may be able to request an additional sick line online or by calling the surgery.

Can the GP issue a new sick line before my current one expires?

The official FAQ says the GP cannot issue a new sick line until your current sick line expires.

How do I register with Penicuik Medical Practice?

Ask at reception for a registration form and check that you live in the practice area. The official registration page also explains temporary residents, homeless patients and non-English speaker information.

Does Penicuik Medical Practice have disabled access?

The official registration page says the health centre is fully accessible to disabled people and lists two disabled parking spaces in the staff car park next to the back door at the end of Imrie Place.

Does Penicuik Medical Practice have a CQC rating?

CQC is the health and social care regulator for England, so it is not the right rating source for a Scottish NHS GP practice. For Penicuik, use the official practice website, NHS 24 listing, NHS Inform and relevant Scottish healthcare inspection/report sources.

What should I do when Penicuik Medical Practice is closed?

If the problem cannot wait until the surgery reopens, call NHS 24 on 111. In a genuine emergency, call 999.

Is this the official Penicuik Medical Practice website?

No. This is an independent patient guide on medicalpracticeuk.org. Use the official Penicuik Medical Practice website, NHS 24, NHS Inform and emergency services for final live details.

Independent directory disclaimer: medicalpracticeuk.org is not NHS Scotland, not NHS Lothian, not Penicuik Medical Practice, not Penicuik Health Centre, not NHS 24 and not Healthcare Improvement Scotland. This guide is for general patient information only. Opening times, appointment availability, doctor lists, phone access, prescriptions, online services, sick line rules, registration, clinics, pharmacy collection and service routes can change. Always confirm important details with the official practice website, NHS 24, NHS Inform, NHS Scotland or the surgery before relying on them.

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