St Bartholomew’s Hospital, West Smithfield, London, EC1A 7BE
PLEASE NOTE there are NO doctors based in this unit.
They can only treat adults and children over the age of 2.
The unit is open 8 am–4 pm, Monday–Friday, and is closed at weekends and on bank holidays.
Last patient to book in at 3.45 pm to allow the unit to close at 4 pm.
THE UNIT MAY ALSO BE REQUIRED TO CLOSE WITH LITTLE WARNING DUE TO NHS STRIKES OR STAFF SHORTAGES.
Conditions that CAN be treated at the Minor Injuries Unit
✓ Cuts and grazes
✓ Broken and dislocated bones
✓ Minor burns and scalds
✓ Bites and stings
✓ Sprains and strains
✓ Minor head and facial injuries
✓ Minor eye and ear injuries
✓ Rib injuries
✓ Management of simple boils
✓ Simple back pain/injuries
They can also provide health advice and education for a range of injuries and conditions.
Conditions NOT treated at the Minor Injuries Unit
✘ Chest pain
✘ Stomach pain
✘ Headaches
✘ Rectal bleeding
✘ Vomiting and diarrhoea
✘ Flu-like symptoms
✘ Rashes
✘ Prescription requests
✘ Earache or ear infections
For these problems, you will need to make an appointment to see your GP, attend a local Walk-in Centre or go to your nearest Emergency Department.
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