Urgent treatment centre

Dartmoor Building Urgent Treatment Centre (Derriford Hospital)

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Captured 17 Oct, 07:10

Urgent treatment centre in Plymouth. Injuries and illnesses that are urgent but not life-threatening: cuts, sprains, simple breaks, minor burns, infections. GP-led, X-ray usually on site.

Opening hours: 8am to 8pm, every day.

Directions

Where to go

  • Life-threatening (chest pain, trouble breathing, heavy bleeding, stroke signs, a fit, cannot be woken): call 999.
  • Urgent but not life-threatening: A&E, or an urgent treatment centre, often quicker for cuts, sprains, minor burns and minor breaks.
  • Not sure: NHS 111, online or by phone. They can book you a slot.
  • Minor (coughs, colds, rashes): a pharmacist, no appointment needed.

Nearest A&E

Nearest other urgent care: Cumberland Centre Minor Injuries Unit, 4 miles away.

Details

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DayHours
Monday8am to 8pm
Tuesday8am to 8pm
Wednesday8am to 8pm
Thursday8am to 8pm
Friday8am to 8pm
Saturday8am to 8pm
Sunday8am to 8pm

NHS England figures, , checked . About the data.

Questions people ask

Can I go to Dartmoor Building Urgent Treatment Centre (Derriford Hospital) instead of A&E?

Yes, for the problems listed above. Anything life-threatening goes to A&E.

Do I need an appointment at Dartmoor Building Urgent Treatment Centre (Derriford Hospital)?

You can usually walk in. A booked slot often means a shorter wait. Check the hours before travelling.

How busy is Dartmoor Building Urgent Treatment Centre (Derriford Hospital)?

NHS England publishes figures only for units with 100 or more visits a month; this unit is listed from the NHS organisation register.