Cedar GP Route Finder
If you searched for Cedar Medical Practice, the useful answer is not just the phone number. Patients usually need to know whether to phone Ashby Road, call the Ironstone Centre branch, use online booking, order a repeat prescription, ask for results, request a fit note, or use NHS 111.
This guide brings the practical public details from Cedar’s official website into one scan-friendly page, then gives official links only where they help you take action.
About Cedar Medical Practice
Cedar Medical Practice describes itself as a three-partner practice on Ashby Road, with a branch surgery at the Ironstone Centre on West Street. The official homepage says patients may attend either the main surgery or the branch surgery for medical care, and the practice is also a training practice for qualified doctors moving into general practice.
Main practice
Cedar Medical Practice, 275 Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 2AB.
Branch surgery
The Ironstone Centre, West Street, Scunthorpe, DN15 6HX.
Training practice
The practice trains GP registrars and student doctors. Patients may occasionally be asked for permission for training-related video use.
What Do You Need from Cedar Medical Practice Today?
Start here. Each card gives the practical route before linking to the official page.
Book or cancel appointment
- Phone Ashby Road on 01724 843375.
- Phone Ironstone Centre on 01724 292011 during surgery hours only.
- Use online booking if registered for SystmOnline.
- Cancel early if you cannot attend.
Repeat prescription
- Order online, by NHS App, by email, or in person.
- Allow at least 48 hours.
- Telephone repeat requests are not accepted.
Test results
- Most results should be back within one week.
- Phone 10:00-11:45 or 14:00-16:00.
- Results are given to the patient directly.
Fit note
- 7 days or less: self-certify.
- Employer GP note under 7 days: £10 charge listed.
- More than 7 days: request fit note.
Register as patient
- The official page says the list is not closed.
- Registration is limited monthly.
- Bring urine sample for health check if asked.
Closed or urgent?
- Closed and urgent: NHS 111.
- Emergency: 999.
- During lunch/end-of-day emergency phone restriction, ring the surgery number and follow the emergency message.
Ashby Road Surgery vs Ironstone Centre Branch
Cedar has a main surgery and a branch. Use the correct phone and hours before travelling.
| Site | Address | Phone | Official hours note | Best use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Medical Practice | 275 Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN16 2AB | 01724 843375 | Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:30pm. | Main surgery route for most patient tasks. |
| Branch Surgery | The Ironstone Centre, West Street, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6HX | 01724 292011 during surgery hours only | Monday-Friday 8:00am-12:00pm. | Branch appointment route; confirm before travelling. |
Opening Hours, Consultation Times and Saturday Access
Official Cedar pages contain more than one Saturday-access description. Treat Saturday as appointment-only and confirm the live time with reception before attending.
| Time type | Official detail | What the patient should do |
|---|---|---|
| Main opening hours | Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:30pm. | Use for routine weekday surgery contact. |
| Branch opening hours | Monday-Friday 8:00am-12:00pm. | Use branch phone only during surgery hours. |
| Ashby Road consultation times | Monday-Friday 08:30-11:00 and 15:00-17:00; Saturday consultation time listed as 10:00-13:30 on opening-hours page. | Book first; do not attend as a walk-in. |
| Ironstone Centre consultation times | Monday-Friday 08:30-11:00. | Confirm appointment location before travel. |
| Saturday / Improved Access | Official pages describe Saturday appointment-only access for patients unable to attend during the week, but older pages show different Saturday time ranges. | Ask reception to confirm live Saturday appointment time and location. |
| When closed | Use NHS 111 from 18:30-08:00 Monday-Friday, from 18:30 Friday to 08:00 Monday, and during bank holidays. | Use 999 only for emergencies. |
Cedar Medical Practice Appointment Steps
The official appointment page says appointments can be made by phone, online if registered, or by calling at either surgery. It also says reception may place you with the most appropriate clinician, not always a doctor.
Choose the correct site
For Ashby Road, phone 01724 843375. For the Ironstone Centre branch, phone 01724 292011 during surgery hours only.
Say clearly what the problem is
The official page asks patients to give clear information to the receptionist so the request can be placed with the most appropriate clinician.
Use online booking if registered
Doctor appointments can be viewed and booked online up to two weeks in advance. Only one appointment can be booked at a time.
Cancel early if you cannot attend
Online cancellation is available up to two hours before the appointment. The website also mentions cancellation forms, text cancellation and default letters for missed appointments.
Use telephone advice when appropriate
Doctors and nursing staff may speak with patients by phone at the end of morning and afternoon surgery. Urgent requests may be called back sooner.
Online Services, SystmOnline and NHS App
Cedar’s online page says patients can use the NHS App and SystmOnline. SystmOnline supports appointment booking, repeat prescription ordering and online cancellation rules.
NHS App
The official page says patients can use the NHS App to check symptoms, get advice, book appointments, order repeat prescriptions, view their GP record and more.
SystmOnline
Doctor appointments can be booked up to two weeks in advance. One appointment at a time can be booked, and online cancellation is possible up to two hours before the appointment.
How to start
The official pages say to attend the surgery with photographic ID so staff can issue an online username and password.
Repeat Prescriptions: Exact Cedar Rules
The official prescriptions page is clear: repeat prescriptions need at least 48 hours, and repeat requests are not accepted by telephone.
| Route | Official detail | Prepare this |
|---|---|---|
| hnyicb-nl.prescriptionscedarmedical@nhs.net | Medicine name, strength, dose, patient details and nominated pharmacy if relevant. | |
| Online | Use the online link after registering with the practice. | SystmOnline login details. |
| NHS App | The official page lists the national NHS App as a route. | NHS login and nominated pharmacy. |
| In person | Tick the medicines needed on the white tear-off prescription section and drop it in. | Only request medicines you need. |
| Telephone | Repeat prescription requests are not accepted by telephone. | Use another route. |
| Electronic Prescription Service | The practice can send prescriptions to your chosen chemist for most patients. | Ask reception to sign up for EPS. |
Test Results: When to Call and What to Expect
Patient responsibility
The official page says patients are responsible for contacting the surgery to obtain investigation or test results.
Approximate timing
Most results should be back within one week of the test being performed.
Phone windows
Phone between 10:00-11:45 or 14:00-16:00 for results.
Privacy rule
Results can only be given directly to the patient.
Sick Notes / Fit Notes
| Situation | Official Cedar rule | Best action |
|---|---|---|
| Ill for 7 days or less | You do not need to see a doctor. Complete a self-certification form yourself. | Give the self-certification form to your employer. |
| Employer insists on doctor note under 7 days | The official page lists a £10 charge. | Ask reception before requesting. |
| Ill for more than 7 days | You need a doctor’s certificate, called a Fitness to Work certificate. | Use the sick note more than 7 days route. |
| Additional fit note for same illness | The doctor may not need to see you again. | Complete the additional sick/fit note form and wait for collection/contact instructions. |
| Already seen by doctor | The official page says the certificate will be sent within a week if already seen for the illness. | Check collection/contact route if not received. |
New Patients and Registration
The official new-patient page says the patient list is not closed, but registration is limited each month. It also says the monthly limit had been exceeded at the time the page was crawled, so check the current official page before applying.
Fastest route
The official page says the quickest and easiest way is online registration. Paper forms can also be downloaded/printed or collected from reception.
NHS number
It is helpful to request your NHS number from your current practice, but the page says this is not mandatory.
Health check
New patients are given an appointment with a healthcare assistant for a routine health check and should bring a urine sample.
Children over 5
All children over the age of five should be brought in to see the nurse.
Limited English
New patients with very limited English are requested to be accompanied by a relative or friend who can interpret.
Out-of-area
Out-of-area registration may be possible, but it is voluntary for GP practices and may be refused if not clinically appropriate or practical.
Doctors, Training Practice and Clinician Preferences
The official homepage names Drs Tandon, Gandhi and Kamath as practising in partnership. The training-practice page says Dr Tandon, Dr Gandhi and Dr Kamath are GP Trainers.
Named doctors published
Drs Tandon, Gandhi and Kamath are named on the official website as practising in partnership.
Training practice
GP registrars may be attached for six or twelve months, and the practice also assists student doctors with training.
Clinician preference
The official news page says patients may express a clinician preference, but it depends on daily availability and may not be possible for urgent or emergency situations.
Patient Records, Summary Care Record and Carer Details
Cedar’s official patient-record page explains the Summary Care Record, which initially contains medications and allergies and may help emergency doctors and nurses when the surgery is closed.
Online medical record summary
The statement of intent says online access includes allergies and sensitivities, acute medication, current repeat medication and recent discontinued repeat medication.
Age limit
The official statement says access to the medical record summary is available only for patients aged 16 and over.
Carer update
The patient-record page links to “Tell Us If You Are A Carer” and “Update Your Personal Details.” Use the official route to keep records current.
Parking, Building Access and Practical Visit Tips
Parking
The official homepage says there are ample car parking facilities at the rear of the Ashby Road building.
Disabled access
The official homepage says the building has easy access for disabled patients.
Saturday door note
The official opening-hours page says Saturday surgeries are consultation-only and the front door may remain closed; patients with appointments are asked to press the buzzer.
2026 Training Afternoon and Bank Holiday Closures
The official opening-hours page lists 2026 training afternoon closures and bank holiday closures. Check again before travelling because practice notices can change.
| Closure type | Dates listed by official page | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Wednesday afternoon training closures | 14 Jan, 11 Feb, 11 Mar, 8 Apr, 13 May, 10 Jun, 8 Jul, 12 Aug, 9 Sep, 14 Oct, 11 Nov, 9 Dec 2026. | The page says the surgery re-opens as usual at 08:00 the following day; use NHS 111 if urgent while closed. |
| 2026 bank holiday closures | 3 Apr, 6 Apr, 4 May, 25 May, 31 Aug, 25 Dec, 28 Dec 2026, and 1 Jan 2027. | Use NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency care while closed. |
CQC and Quality Context
CQC lists Cedar Medical Practice at 275 Ashby Road with an overall rating of Good. CQC also lists Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led as Good, with the latest review noted as 6 July 2023.
Overall rating
CQC overall rating: Good.
Regulated service
CQC lists Cedar Medical Practice as Doctors/GPs, with services for everyone.
Practice population note
CQC’s inspection summary describes the practice as serving patients of all ages and population groups, with a branch surgery in Scunthorpe town centre.
Common Cedar Patient Problems and Fixes
| Problem | What the official details suggest | Avoid this mistake |
|---|---|---|
| Calling for repeat prescriptions | Use email, online, NHS App or in-person request. | Do not phone repeat prescriptions; the official page says telephone requests are not accepted. |
| Arriving at branch outside hours | Branch surgery is listed Monday-Friday 8:00am-12:00pm. | Do not assume Ironstone Centre is open all day. |
| Trying to collect prescriptions on Saturday | Saturday access is consultation-only and strictly by appointment. | Do not attend Saturday for prescription collection unless told by the practice. |
| Asking someone else’s results | Results can only be given to the patient directly. | Do not expect reception to give confidential results to another person. |
| Bringing multiple issues to one appointment | The official homepage asks patients to focus on one problem, one appointment, one patient. | Do not bring a long list without booking separate time. |
| Needing help during lunch/emergency phone restriction | Ring the surgery number and follow the emergency message. | Do not wait if symptoms are urgent or emergency. |
Cedar Route Planner
Choose your task and get a practical next step. This tool runs in your browser only and does not send information anywhere.
Select your task above.
Copy-and-Use Scripts
Appointment call
Hello, I’m registered with Cedar Medical Practice. My main problem is ______. It started ______. I am worried because ______. I can attend Ashby Road / Ironstone Centre. My best callback number is ______.Prescription request
Medicine name: ______. Strength/dose: ______. I have ______ days left. My nominated pharmacy is ______. I understand repeat requests are not taken by phone.Test result call
I had a ______ test on ______. I am calling during the listed results time to ask whether the result is back and whether there is a message for me.Home visit request
I am requesting a home visit because the patient cannot attend surgery due to ______. Symptoms started ______. Best callback number is ______.Map: Cedar Medical Practice Ashby Road
This map is for the main Ashby Road surgery. Confirm your appointment location before travelling because Cedar also lists a branch surgery at the Ironstone Centre.
Official Resources
Use these after reading the relevant section above. The explanation is inside this guide; the links are for live action and verification.
Cedar Medical Practice FAQs
Where is Cedar Medical Practice?
The main surgery is at 275 Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN16 2AB.
What is Cedar Medical Practice’s phone number?
The main Ashby Road surgery phone number is 01724 843375.
Does Cedar Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. The branch surgery is at The Ironstone Centre, West Street, Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 6HX.
What is the Ironstone Centre branch phone number?
The official contact page lists 01724 292011 during surgery hours only.
What is Cedar Medical Practice’s email address?
The official contact page lists nl.b81113@nhs.net for Cedar Medical Practice.
What are Cedar Medical Practice main opening hours?
The official opening-hours page lists the main practice Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 6:30pm.
What are the branch surgery opening hours?
The official opening-hours page lists the branch surgery Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 12:00pm.
How do I make an appointment?
You can make an appointment by phoning Ashby Road on 01724 843375, phoning the Ironstone Centre branch on 01724 292011 during surgery hours, attending either surgery, or using online services if registered.
Can I book Cedar appointments online?
Yes, the official appointment and online pages say doctor appointments can be viewed and booked online up to two weeks in advance if you are registered for online services.
Can I book more than one online appointment?
The official appointment page says you can only book one online appointment at a time.
Can I cancel an appointment online?
Yes. The official page says online cancellation can be done up to two hours before the scheduled appointment time.
How do I request a home visit?
The official appointment page says to telephone 01724 843375 before 10:00am if possible, giving as much information as possible so the doctor can assess urgency.
How do repeat prescriptions work?
Repeat prescriptions can be ordered by email, online, through the NHS App, or in person. The practice requires at least 48 hours’ notice.
Can I order repeat prescriptions by phone?
No. The official prescription page says repeat prescription requests are not accepted over the telephone.
What is the Cedar prescription email?
The official prescriptions page lists hnyicb-nl.prescriptionscedarmedical@nhs.net for prescription requests.
When should I call for test results?
The official test-results page says to phone between 10:00 and 11:45 or between 14:00 and 16:00.
How long do test results usually take?
The official test-results page says most results should be back within one week of the test being performed.
Can someone else get my test results?
The official page says results can only be given to the patient directly.
Do I need a fit note for 7 days or less?
No. The official fit-note page says if you have been ill for 7 days or less, you do not need to see a doctor and can complete a self-certification form.
Is there a charge for a doctor’s note under 7 days?
Yes. The official fit-note page lists a £10 charge if an employer insists on a doctor’s note under those circumstances.
How do I request a fit note for more than 7 days?
The official page says if you have been ill for more than 7 days, you will need a doctor’s certificate called a Fitness to Work certificate. The doctor may call you or arrange an appointment.
Is Cedar Medical Practice accepting new patients?
The official new-patient page says the patient list is not closed, but the practice registers a limited number of patients per month. Check the live page before applying.
What should new patients bring to the health check?
The official new-patient page says patients should bring a urine sample to the healthcare assistant health-check appointment.
Is Cedar Medical Practice a training practice?
Yes. The official site says Cedar Medical Practice is a training practice for GP registrars and student doctors.
Who are the named partner doctors on the official website?
The official homepage names Drs Tandon, Gandhi and Kamath as practising in partnership.
What is Cedar Medical Practice’s CQC rating?
CQC lists Cedar Medical Practice as Overall: Good.
Does Cedar Medical Practice have parking?
The official homepage says there are ample car parking facilities at the rear of the building.
Does Cedar Medical Practice have disabled access?
The official homepage says there is easy access for disabled patients.
What do I do when the surgery is closed?
Use NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency help when closed. Call 999 for life-threatening emergencies.
Is this the official Cedar Medical Practice website?
No. This is an independent MedicalGroupUK.org guide. Use the official Cedar Medical Practice website for live forms, service notices and current instructions.