Register with a GP
Students can register with a GP local to the University Campus for faster access to healthcare. You will still be able to see your ‘home’ GP during hoildays as a temporary patient.
Why you should register?
All students should register as soon as possible after completing the Enrolment/Registration process, even if you don’t need it yet. This will reduce any stress or delays in getting support if you become ill or suddenly need an appointment.
What you need to do:
- Find a GP near you
- Check if they’re accepting new patients
- Register online or in person
- Download the NHS App to view medical records and manage prescriptions.
Your Local GP Options
Lavant Rd Surgery is the nearest for students living on or near the Bishop Otter Campus (north of the market cross).
Address: 8 Lavant Rd, Chichester PO19 5RH
Telephone: 01243 527264
Surgery Webpage: https://www.lavantsurgery.co.uk/
New Patient Registration: https://gp-registration.nhs.uk/H82051/gpregistration/landing
The Cathedral Medical Group, Cawley Road, is the nearest for students living off campus in accommodation at Stockbridge Road Halls and Fishbourne Halls (south of the Market cross).
Address: 15 Cawley Rd, Chichester PO19 1XT
Telephone: 01243 813450
Surgery Website: https://www.cathedralmedicalgroup.nhs.uk/
New Patient Registration: https://www.cathedralmedicalgroup.nhs.uk/about-the-practice/register-as-a-new-patient/
Maywood Health Centre is recommended for students living at Bognor Regis Campus.
Address: 225 Hawthorn Rd, Bognor Regis PO21 2UW
Telephone: 01243 829141
Surgery Website: https://www.maywoodsurgery.com/
Student Surgery Page: https://www.maywoodsurgery.com/university-students
Want to explore other options? You can find alternative GP options using the GP Finder Tool. The choice is entirely yours – what matters most is getting you registered somewhere as soon as possible.
NHS App
The NHS App lets you view your health information and manage your healthcare online. You can use it to:
- Manage prescriptions
- Book and cancel GP surgery appointments
- View appointment information
- See test results
How to book an appointment once registered
These are subject to change depending on the surgery so we advise you check the surgery’s website or ask them when you register.
- Same Day Appointment: Usually made by calling the surgery early in the morning (8am)
- Pre-Booked Appointments: These can be made by calling the surgery or using online portal if available (can usually be booked 2 weeks in advance depending on availability).
