Boroughloch GP Online Triage, Prescriptions & Appointment Rules
Use this Boroughloch Medical Practice guide to quickly check the Edinburgh address, phone number, AskmyGP contact route, opening times, extended access, registration boundary, cancellation rules, map, and NHS 111 out-of-hours route.
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Boroughloch Medical Practice key details
Most useful Boroughloch-specific point: doctor contact is handled through AskmyGP. The practice encourages registered patients with a phone, tablet or computer to use it, while patients without internet access can phone and the Patient Care Team can take details.
Boroughloch Medical Practice appointments: AskmyGP route
| Need | Best first route | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Contact a doctor | Use AskmyGP. | AskmyGP is the practice’s online triage and communication route for registered patients. |
| No smartphone or computer | Phone 0131 229 7529. | A Patient Care Advisor can take details and pass them to the right clinician. |
| Clinician has replied | Reply within 2 working days. | The practice says the thread may close if you do not reply within this time. |
| After 5pm | Use AskmyGP or phone route as appropriate. | The practice says after 5pm you may hear from them the next day. |
| Interpreter or chaperone | Notify the Patient Care Team before the appointment. | Tell the practice early so the request can be planned properly. |
Short AskmyGP request script
Opening times, extended access and cancellation rules
Core opening times
The practice lists Monday to Friday opening times as 08:00–18:00.
Extended access
Monday afternoon appointments run 17:30–18:30. Saturday clinic is listed as 08:00–13:00.
Practice nurse early slots
Practice Nurse appointments are listed Tuesday 07:30–08:30 and Thursday 07:30–08:30.
Cancellation rule: if you cannot attend, cancel as soon as possible and at least 2 hours before the appointment. The practice notes a strict DNA policy for repeated missed appointments.
Repeat prescriptions and admin requests
Repeat prescriptions
The practice points patients to AskmyGP for repeat prescription ordering.
Admin requests
Use AskmyGP for non-urgent admin-style questions where appropriate, including contact-detail changes.
Private paperwork
Non-NHS forms and reports may be charged. The practice says payment is needed before completed forms are released.
Practical tip: order repeat medicine before weekends, public holidays and travel. Do not wait until your last dose unless it is unavoidable.
Video: how online GP access works
Boroughloch uses AskmyGP for online contact, so this video section is included to help users understand the idea of online GP triage. Always follow Boroughloch’s own website for local rules.
Use carefully: this is a general online GP access video. Boroughloch Medical Practice’s official AskmyGP page and contact page remain the final source for local appointment rules.
Boroughloch help finder: AskmyGP, pharmacy, NHS 111 or 999?
Choose the closest situation
This is general signposting only, not medical advice.
Boroughloch Medical Practice map: 102 St Leonard’s Street, Edinburgh
Correct location
Salisbury Court, 102 St Leonard’s Street, Edinburgh EH8 9RD.
Local tip
The practice sits close to the Meadows / Southside area. Allow extra time around university, school and festival traffic.
Before travelling
If the matter can be handled through AskmyGP, check online first rather than travelling only to ask for a routine appointment.
Registering with Boroughloch Medical Practice
Catchment required
The practice says it accepts registration requests from people living within its catchment area.
Have ready
- Full postal address
- Previous GP practice if known
- Previous postal address if requested
- Phone number and email
- Current medicines and allergies
- Student hall room, flat, block or residence name if relevant
Registration delay warning: the practice says missing details such as previous GP practice or previous postal address can delay registration processing.
Common Boroughloch Medical Practice mistakes to avoid
Not replying in AskmyGP
Reply within 2 working days after a clinician response or the thread may close.
Missing cancellation deadline
Cancel at least 2 hours before your appointment if you cannot attend.
Writing vague symptoms
State what changed, how long it has been happening and why you are worried.
Using GP for emergency
Call 999 for life-threatening symptoms. Use 111 for urgent non-emergency help when closed.
Registering outside boundary
Check the official boundary checker before submitting a registration request.
Not updating details
If address, email or phone changes, inform the practice so reminders and replies reach you.
Official Boroughloch Medical Practice links
Practice website
Use for contact details, AskmyGP access, prescriptions, opening times and notices.
Open Practice WebsiteAppointments page
Use for AskmyGP, extended access, cancellation and DNA policy details.
Open Appointments PageContact page
Use for phone, address, out-of-hours number and response-time details.
Open Contact PageRegistration page
Use for catchment checker, permanent and temporary registration information.
Open Registration PageNHS 24 listing
Use for NHS Scotland service listing, address and contact number.
Open NHS 24 ListingBoroughloch Medical Practice FAQ
Boroughloch Medical Practice is at Salisbury Court, 102 St Leonard’s Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9RD.
The practice lists telephone number 0131 229 7529.
The practice uses AskmyGP to make contact with a doctor. If you cannot use the internet, phone the practice and a Patient Care Advisor can take your details.
The practice lists opening times as Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00.
The contact page says the practice responds during working hours Monday to Friday between 8am and 6pm. After 5pm you may hear from them the next day.
The practice says once a clinician has responded, you should reply within 2 working days or it may assume you no longer require medical assistance and close the thread.
The appointments page says the practice operates a Saturday clinic from 08:00 to 13:00, supported by the Mental Health Pharmacist.
Yes. The appointments page lists Practice Nurse appointments on Tuesday 07:30 to 08:30 and Thursday 07:30 to 08:30.
The practice points patients to AskmyGP for repeat prescription ordering.
The practice says it accepts registration requests from patients living within its catchment area. Use the official boundary checker before registering.
Use NHS 111 for out-of-hours urgent non-emergency help. Call 999 for life-threatening symptoms or serious injury.
No. CQC ratings apply in England. Boroughloch Medical Practice is an NHS Scotland GP practice, so this guide uses official practice and NHS Scotland/NHS 24 sources instead.
Before you rely on this page
MedicalGroupUK.org is independent. It is not part of Boroughloch Medical Practice, NHS Scotland, NHS Lothian or NHS 24. Always verify current appointment, prescription, registration and urgent-care details through official sources.
Boroughloch key details
Address: Salisbury Court, 102 St Leonard’s Street, Edinburgh EH8 9RD. Phone: 0131 229 7529. Online route: AskmyGP. Opening times: Mon–Fri, 08:00–18:00. Out of hours: 111.
Safe-use reminder: use AskmyGP for suitable doctor contact and repeat prescription requests, phone the practice if you cannot use online access, NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency help when closed, and 999 for life-threatening emergencies.