Anchor Medical Practice Appointments & Hours
Anchor Medical Practice is an NHS GP surgery based at Netherton Health Centre in Dudley. This guide gives the verified address, phone number, opening hours, appointment routes, registration steps, prescriptions, sick notes, CQC context and urgent-care options.
It is written for patients who want to know what to do next before phoning reception, opening an online form, using NHS services or travelling to the surgery.
Anchor Medical Practice Address and Contact Details
Use the full Netherton Health Centre address when checking directions, because “Anchor” is used by other healthcare and support organisations in the UK.
Practice address
Anchor Medical Practice
Netherton Health Centre
Halesowen Road
Netherton
Dudley
West Midlands
DY2 9PU
Reception and out-of-hours
Reception: 01384 884 030
Out of hours: NHS 111 online or call 111.
Do not use online forms for emergencies or urgent symptoms that cannot wait.
Anchor Medical Practice Opening Hours
The practice lists Tuesday as its extended-hours day until 8pm. It also says Dudley and Netherton practices work together to provide additional evening or weekend non-urgent appointments, which may be at another local practice.
| Day | Listed opening hours | Patient note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8am to 6:30pm | Use normal practice routes for routine appointment and admin requests. |
| Tuesday | 8am to 8pm | The practice lists extended hours from 6:30pm to 8pm. |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm | Online and phone routes are available for appropriate requests. |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm | Check the official site for temporary notices before travelling. |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm | Plan repeat prescriptions before the weekend. |
| Saturday | Closed | Use NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency care when appropriate. |
| Sunday | Closed | Call 999 for life-threatening emergencies. |
Which Anchor Medical Practice Route Should You Use?
Start with the task, not the phone number. The best route depends on whether the issue is urgent, routine, administrative, prescription-related or about registration.
How to Request an Appointment
Anchor Medical Practice says requests are reviewed and responded to on the same working day. When you get in touch, the practice asks what you need help with so the team can choose the most suitable doctor, nurse or other healthcare professional.
Decide whether it is urgent
If it is a life-threatening emergency, call 999. If it is urgent but not life-threatening and the practice is closed, use NHS 111.
Choose the official appointment route
Use your NHS account/NHS App or Patient Access, phone 01384 884 030, or visit reception.
Prepare one clear reason
Have the main problem, when it started, current medicines, allergies, preferred contact number and any urgent concerns ready.
Mention communication or access needs
Tell the practice if you need an interpreter, a specific appointment format, support from a carer or another access adjustment.
Follow the offered route
You may receive advice by phone, text, face-to-face appointment, video call, email, or be directed to another suitable service.
Register with Anchor Medical Practice
The practice says new patients should check the catchment area before completing a registration form. It offers the NHS Register with a GP route and a paper form route through reception.
Check the catchment area
Open the official registration page and use the catchment guidance before filling in a form.
Use NHS Register with a GP if suitable
The practice links to the NHS Register with a GP: Anchor Medical Practice service.
Prepare your NHS number if you know it
The practice says it is helpful to have your NHS number when registering, and links to NHS guidance for finding it.
Use the paper option if preferred
The practice says patients can visit reception from 10am to 6pm to collect a paper registration form.
Repeat Prescriptions and Medication Questions
Anchor Medical Practice says the easiest repeat-prescription routes are NHS account/NHS App and Patient Access. It also offers an online repeat prescription form and accepts paper slips at the surgery.
Ordering
Order through NHS account/NHS App, Patient Access, the online form, or by bringing the paper slip to the surgery.
Not by phone or email
The practice says it does not take repeat prescription requests over the phone or email.
Processing time
The practice says prescriptions can usually be collected 2 working days after ordering. Allow extra time around weekends and bank holidays.
Online Forms, Sick Notes, Test Results and Admin Tasks
The practice website lists online forms for many non-urgent tasks. Use these only when the request is not urgent.
Sick or fit note
The fit-note form is for registered patients needing a sick note after an absence of more than 7 days. It asks for identity and contact details.
Test results
The online forms section includes a route to get test results and find out what to do next.
Health record access
The practice explains that NHS account/NHS App or Patient Access can be used for GP record access, with extra steps for full-record access.
Accessibility and Visiting the Surgery
The practice contact page lists wheelchair access and a disabled WC, and says a wheelchair is available within the practice if required.
Before your visit
Contact the practice if you have accessibility support needs, mobility concerns, interpreter needs or communication needs.
Home visits
The practice says home visits are for patients who are housebound and need an appointment. It is helpful to phone before 11am; the practice will phone first to understand what is needed.
CQC Rating and Inspection Context
The Care Quality Commission lists Anchor Medical Practice, also known as Netherton Health Centre, as a GP practice. The current CQC page displays the overall rating as Good.
| CQC item | Current public listing | How patients should use it |
|---|---|---|
| Service name | Anchor Medical Practice, also known as Netherton Health Centre | Confirms the official regulated service identity. |
| Service type | GP practice | Do not treat it as a hospital or emergency department. |
| Overall rating | Good | Check the CQC profile for the latest rating and report links. |
| Address and phone | Netherton Health Centre, Halesowen Road, Netherton, Dudley, DY2 9PU; 01384 884030 | Matches the practice contact information. |
When Anchor Medical Practice Is Closed
Call 999 in a medical or mental-health emergency when someone is seriously ill, injured or their life is at risk.
Use NHS 111 online or call 111 when you need medical help now but it is not a 999 emergency.
Use Anchor Medical Practice during opening hours for routine GP requests, repeat prescriptions, registration, admin tasks and planned appointments.
Map to Anchor Medical Practice Dudley
This map is included as a directions aid only. It points to the verified practice address at Netherton Health Centre, Halesowen Road, Netherton, Dudley, DY2 9PU.
Official Links and What to Do There
These links help you complete the task on official websites. MedicalGroupUK.org is independent and is not Anchor Medical Practice, the NHS, CQC or Black Country ICB.
Anchor Medical Practice FAQs
Where is Anchor Medical Practice?
Anchor Medical Practice is at Netherton Health Centre, Halesowen Road, Netherton, Dudley, West Midlands, DY2 9PU.
What is the Anchor Medical Practice phone number?
The official reception number is 01384 884 030.
What are Anchor Medical Practice opening hours?
The practice lists Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 8pm, Wednesday to Friday 8am to 6:30pm, and Saturday/Sunday closed.
How do I request an urgent same-day appointment?
Use your NHS account/NHS App or Patient Access, phone 01384 884 030, or visit the surgery and speak with a receptionist.
How quickly does the practice respond to online appointment requests?
The practice says online appointment requests made Monday to Friday are reviewed and responded to on the same working day.
Can I book a nurse or healthcare assistant appointment in advance?
The practice says routine nurse or healthcare assistant appointments can be requested up to 2 weeks in advance.
Can I order repeat prescriptions by phone?
No. The practice says it does not take repeat prescription requests over the phone or email. Use NHS account/NHS App, Patient Access, the online request form or a paper slip.
How long do repeat prescriptions usually take?
The practice says you can usually collect your prescription 2 working days after ordering.
How do I register with Anchor Medical Practice?
Check the catchment area first, then use the NHS Register with a GP: Anchor Medical Practice service or visit reception from 10am to 6pm to collect a paper registration form.
What is Anchor Medical Practice’s CQC rating?
CQC currently displays Anchor Medical Practice, also known as Netherton Health Centre, as Overall: Good.