Accessible, Safe, and Patient-Focused Spaces
Caring for the Preston Community with Trusted, Quality Healthcare
In a life-threatening emergency
Call 999 or go to A&E
When the practice is closed
Call NHS 111 or use 111.nhs.uk
Popular services
Routine Appointments
Book routine appointments online or by phone. Most are available up to two weeks ahead.
Urgent Appointments
Urgent appointments are for same-day medical needs only. Call the surgery directly.
Out of hours
Evening and weekend routine appointments are available. Please contact reception for availability.
Extended access to GP appointments
Evening and weekend routine appointments are available. Please contact reception for availability.
Home visits
Home visits are available for housebound patients and should be requested before 11am.
AccuRx Patient Triage
Use AccuRx Patient Triage for non-urgent medical or admin requests alongside our phone service.
Cancelling appointments
If you cannot attend, please cancel by phone or online so we can offer it to others.
Vasectomy Services
We offer a safe, minimally invasive vasectomy with minimal discomfort, fast recovery, and permanent contraception.
Register as a new patient quickly and securely using our online form.
Patients can order repeat prescriptions by emailing.
To order a repeat prescription, please email lscicb-gp.issathesurgeryprescriptions@nhs.net. Please allow 48 hours for your request to be actioned. Alternatively, you can call 01772 237615 between 11 am and 5 pm.
Issa Medical Centre-Patel
Issa Medical Centre-Patel has been serving the Preston community for more than 15 years, providing accessible, high-quality primary care across our Deepdale and Fulwood sites. We focus on patient-centred care, offering easy online registration, routine and urgent appointments, long-term condition management, and support for families, older adults, and vulnerable groups. We are a Safe Surgery and welcome everyone, regardless of background or documentation. Our multidisciplinary teams include GPs, nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, mental health practitioners, and administrative staff who work together to deliver reliable, respectful, and confidential care. Our aim is to provide a supportive environment where patients feel heard, informed, and confident in their healthcare.
Our Core Values
Openness
Fairness
Respect
Accountability
Our Facilities
Our Locations
Issa @ Deepdale
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Issa Medical Centre
73 St Gregory Road
Preston, PR1 6YA - Main: 01772 798122
- Opening Hours
Monday: 8:00am – 6:30pm
Tuesday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 8:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 12:00pm
Issa @ Fulwood
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Fatima Health Centre
228 Garstang road
Fulwood Preston, PR2 9BQ - Main: 01772 253554
- Opening Hours
Monday: 8:00am – 6:30pm
Tuesday: 8:00am – 6:30 pm
Wednesday: 8:00am – 6:30pm
Thursday: 8:00am – 6:30pm
Friday: 8:00am – 6:30pm
Living With Cancer
Newsletter
Supporting Men’s Mental Health – Andy’s Man Club at Fatima
We are proud to support Andy’s Man Club, who run free weekly men’s mental health support sessions at Fatima every Monday evening.
Since launching in March, the impact has been incredible:
- 933 total attendances
- 131 new men have accessed support through the club
(averaging 15 new men each month)
These sessions provide a safe, non-judgemental space for men to talk openly, connect with others, and access support when they need it most. We are delighted to be able to host Andy’s Man Club in Fulwood and play a small part in helping men in our community.
Act Now on Cancer
Supporting Men’s Mental Health – Andy’s Man Club at Fatima
A digital cancer awareness campaign running from 12 January to 9 March 2026 across Lancashire and South Cumbria. The campaign encourages people to listen to their bodies, recognise key symptoms such as lumps, ongoing pain, blood in poo or urine, and unexplained weight loss, and contact their GP early.
Posters, leaflets, and social media resources are available to help share the message.
PNECET Forces Connect
PNECET Forces Activities Programme
The PNECET Forces Programme offers informal, supportive activities for Veterans and members of the Armed Forces community, aimed at improving wellbeing and reducing isolation. What’s on offer: PNE Forces Football – Weekly Seven-a-side football sessions every Tuesday, 8.00–9.00 pm at West View Leisure Centre. Deepdale NAAFI Break – A relaxed drop-in every 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 10.00 am–12.00 pm in the Sir Tom Finney Lounge at Deepdale. Walk and Talk – Weekly social walks every Thursday. Meet at 10.15 am at the Splash statue outside Deepdale, setting off at 10.30 am for a gentle lap of Moor Park, followed by a warm drink at the café, Pets Welcome. The programme is open, friendly, and informal, with no referral required.We are proud to support Andy’s Man Club, who run free weekly men’s mental health support sessions at Fatima every Monday evening.
Since launching in March, the impact has been incredible:
- 933 total attendances
- 131 new men have accessed support through the club
(averaging 15 new men each month)
These sessions provide a safe, non-judgemental space for men to talk openly, connect with others, and access support when they need it most. We are delighted to be able to host Andy’s Man Club in Fulwood and play a small part in helping men in our community.
Patient Information
PNECET Forces Activities Programme
We are pleased to introduce out newly updated Healthcare Media literature range. Our materials cover a wide variety of healthcare topics and provide up-to-date information for your patients. All content is regularly reviewed for accuracy.
We have recently updated our entire range, and we now offer it both as online PDFs and as printed physical copies. As always, these are completely free of charge, as they are supported by local advertisers in your area.
Refugee Week 2026: Courage
Celebrating the Contributions, Creativity, and Resilience of Refugees Across Lancashire
Running from June 15th to 21st, Refugee Week is the world’s largest arts and culture festival celebrating the contributions of refugees. This year’s theme is Courage. Courage isn’t always loud; it lives in simple acts like opening your door to a neighbour, sharing stories, or trying new foods.
Programme Highlights
Join us across the county for inspiring community events:
Blackburn with Darwen: International food festivals, photography exhibitions, and a vibrant Ukrainian Fashion & Folklore show.
Burnley & Preston: The “Culture vs War” documentary screening and powerful storytelling panels.
Coastal & Rural Hubs: Community picnics, “Chai and Chat” sessions, and “Courage Tree” art workshops spanning Lancaster, Blackpool, Fleetwood, and Skelmersdale
Lung cancer screening
Been invited to Lung Cancer Screening? Don’t ignore it!
Early detection saves lives – and it only takes a few minutes.
