Studying in Sunderland?

Students can register with our Sunderland NHS GP Practice today

The University of Sunderland welcomes students from all over the world. We hope that you always feel at home here in the Northeast.

Discover everything you need to know about what it’s like as a student in Sunderland. We’re proud of what our city and university have to offer in the way of student life.

You’re joining a friendly and diverse community. We will support you all the way through your student journey.

To find out about the Student Experience please click here

To register at Castletown Medical Centre follow the steps on this page. It's free to register and only takes 5 minutes.

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By registering, you will be switching from your current NHS GP practice to Carrfield Medical Centre. We will handle everything for you.

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At Castletown Medical Centre, we make it easy for you to get an appointment. With our hassle-free online bookings, you no longer need to call reception or visit the practice in-person to get an appointment.

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Say goodbye to hold music

At Castletown Medical Centre, we make it easy for you to get an appointment. With our hassle-free online bookings, you no longer need to call reception or visit the practice in-person to get an appointment.

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Convenient location

The team at Castletown Medical Centre would like to make your visit as relaxed and convenient as possible. You'll find plenty of free parking spaces on-site, so you won't need to worry about feeding the meter or getting a ticket.

We're a short drive or bus journey from the Sunderland city centre and train station. Our practice is conveniently located for anyone living in Sunderland.

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University of Sunderland GP Registration FAQ's

Frequently asked questions

Can students register with a local GP in Sunderland?

You should register with a GP in Sunderland if you’re a student and you spend the majority of your time at your university address. You can then get quick and easy access to care when you’re in Sunderland. This is particularly important if you have a long-term health condition and need regular medication reviews.

You can register with Castletown Medical Centre using our easy online registration form.

How to register for a GP in Sunderland?

To Register for an NHS GP in Sunderland follow these steps:

  1. Find a GP Surgery near you. Castletown Medical Centre is based in SR5 and accepts patients from all of Sunderland. Most services can be provided online or over the phone, but patients living further afield may not be eligible for some services, such as Home Visits.
  2. Check that your chosen NHS GP is accepting new patients. Medical Centre is accepting new patients.
  3. Register with your chosen NHS GP. For Castletown Medical Centre there are various ways to do this: using our online registration form; completing the registration form on the NHS App; filling out the GMS1 form and bring it with you to Castletown Medical Centre.

You don't need:

  • Proof of Address
  • Proof of Immigration Status
  • ID Card
  • NHS Number
  • National Insurance (NI) Number
  • the name of your current GP (if you have one)
Can I go to a GP in Sunderland without registering?

You need to register with a GP in Sunderland before you can get an appointment. However, in some cases, you can be registered as a temporary patient for up to 14 days and receive care despite not being a permanent patient.

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