After Hours GP
doctor — Spreydon · Christchurch
About After Hours GP
After Hours GP provides urgent medical care for Christchurch residents outside standard practice hours. The service allows patients to book appointments at times convenient to them and wait at home until their appointment. If no appointments are available, home visits are always offered. Available for both routine and more urgent healthcare needs with the flexibility of patient scheduling.
After Hours GP: Christchurch's Flexible After-Hours Medical Care
After Hours GP provides urgent medical consultations to Christchurch residents during times when standard medical practices are closed. The service addresses a common challenge: needing medical attention when regular GP offices are not operating.
How It Works
The innovative booking system lets you choose an appointment time that fits your schedule. Rather than waiting in a clinic, you remain at home and attend your appointment at the designated time. This flexibility is particularly valuable for working adults, parents, and others managing busy schedules.
If the clinic has no available appointments, home visits are always an option, ensuring urgent medical needs are always met.
Services Offered
The practice provides general medical consultations for after-hours urgent care needs. Patients can discuss health concerns with qualified GPs outside regular business hours, making it easier to address medical issues without disrupting daytime activities.
Cost and Eligibility
Consultations are free for patients under 14 years old who are eligible for New Zealand healthcare services (home visits are not included). For other patients, standard consultation fees apply for the convenience and flexibility of after-hours access.
Safety and Guidance
For medical emergencies, dial 111 rather than using this service. The practice recommends home COVID testing and contacting Healthline (0800 611 116) for guidance when feeling unwell before booking an appointment.
Signature items
- At-Home Appointments
- Home Visits
- After Hours Care
- Urgent Consultations
- Free Under-14 Consultations
Menu
Services
- After Hours Consultations — General practice consultations available outside standard hours
- Home Appointments — Book an appointment and wait at home until your scheduled time
- Home Visits — Medical home visits when clinic appointments are unavailable
Frequently asked questions
- How do I book an appointment?
- Book through their online system by selecting your preferred appointment time, providing patient details, and confirming. You wait at home until your scheduled appointment.
- Is it free for children?
- Yes, consultations are free for eligible patients under 14 years of age who are eligible for NZ healthcare services. Home visits are not included in the free offer.
- What should I do in a medical emergency?
- Dial 111 for any medical emergency. After Hours GP is for non-emergency after-hours medical consultations only.
- Can I get a home visit?
- Yes, home visits are always available if no suitable clinic appointment times work for you.
- Do I need to wear a mask?
- Yes, please wear a mask to your appointment as requested by the practice.
- What if I have COVID symptoms?
- Take a home COVID test and call Healthline at 0800 611 116 for medical guidance before booking an appointment.
Tips
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Good to know
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