Urgent Care & Out-of-Hours in Doncaster
Knowing which service to use in an urgent situation can save time — and ensures that A&E resources are available for genuine emergencies. Here’s a clear guide to urgent care options in Doncaster.
Which Service Should I Use?
Urgent Care Services Explained
NHS 111
Call 111 (or use 111.nhs.uk) for urgent medical advice when your GP is closed and it’s not a life-threatening emergency. 111 can book urgent GP appointments, arrange emergency prescriptions and dispatch ambulances if needed.
Same Day Health Centre
Doncaster’s Same Day Health Centre provides urgent GP-level appointments for people who need to be seen the same day. Access via 111 or your GP’s duty clinician. Located at Doncaster Royal Infirmary site.
Urgent Treatment Centre
For injuries and illnesses that need prompt attention but are not life-threatening — such as cuts, sprains, minor fractures and infections. No appointment needed. Check NHS.uk for your nearest UTC in Doncaster.
Accident & Emergency (A&E)
DRI A&E is for life-threatening emergencies only: chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, stroke symptoms, loss of consciousness, or serious injury. Always call 999 first in a life-threatening emergency.
Emergency Dental
For severe dental pain, swelling or infection — call NHS 111 who will direct you to an emergency dental service. Do not attend A&E for dental pain unless swelling is affecting your breathing or swallowing.
Mental Health Crisis
For urgent mental health support outside of GP hours, call the South Yorkshire 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Line on 0800 138 8398 (free). Alternatively, call 111 and select the mental health option.
When to Use Each Service
Symptoms That Need 999 or A&E
Symptoms for 111 or Urgent Treatment Centre
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