Business Details
Emergency
services
Your Trusted GP Practice in Rye for Comprehensive Healthcare
Rye Medical Centre is a six-doctor general practice partnership located in Playden, Rye, with a long-standing commitment to delivering high-quality primary healthcare. Established in the 1920s, we have evolved into a training practice for GP registrars and medical students, reflecting our dedication to advancing medical education. Our team of experienced professionals provides comprehensive services, including chronic disease management, vaccinations, and urgent care, supported by a veteran-friendly accreditation.We prioritise patient-focused care, ensuring accessibility through extended access appointments and a dispensing practice for medication convenience. Our mission is to offer responsive, courteous healthcare while maintaining dignity and honesty for both patients and staff. With a history of community service and a focus on innovation, we remain a trusted healthcare provider in East Sussex.
Services
GP Consultations
Vaccinations
Chronic Disease Management
Urgent Appointments
Dispensing Service
Cervical Screening
Ear Syringing
Travel Health Advice
Highlights and features
- We are a training practice for GP registrars and medical students.
- Our team includes experienced doctors with specialist interests in dermatology and respiratory diseases.
- We offer extended access appointments for urgent care needs.
- We provide a dispensing service for patient medication convenience.
- We are accredited as a Veteran Friendly GP Practice.
Associations and certifications
- Veteran Friendly Practice
What people say
Experienced doctors
Accessible care
Comprehensive services
Veteran-friendly
Dispensing convenience
Services
GP Consultations
Our experienced GPs provide comprehensive consultations for all ages, addressing acute and chronic health concerns. We prioritise patient education and preventive care, ensuring tailored treatment plans. As a training practice, we integrate the latest medical advancements into our services.
Vaccinations
We offer routine and travel vaccinations, including flu jabs and childhood immunisations. Our team ensures safe administration and provides guidance on vaccine schedules. We also support national health campaigns to protect community immunity.
Chronic Disease Management
Specialist support for conditions like diabetes, asthma, and hypertension is available. We conduct regular reviews and coordinate care with specialists. Our goal is to improve quality of life through proactive management and patient empowerment.
Urgent Appointments
Urgent medical issues are addressed through daily same-day appointments. Patients can book via phone or in person, with triage support from our reception team. We ensure timely care for non-life-threatening emergencies.
Dispensing Service
Eligible patients can collect prescribed medications directly from our practice. This service simplifies treatment access for those in remote areas. Our dispensary operates during standard opening hours with trained staff ensuring accuracy and safety.
People
Dr Andrea Griffin
Senior Partner
Dr Griffin, a GP since 1987, specialises in asthma, diabetes, and paediatrics. She trained at Manchester University and brings extensive experience in gastro-enterology to our practice.
Dr George Taggart
GP Trainer
Dr Taggart, qualified in 1991, is a certified aeromedical examiner. He trained at St Thomas' Hospital and has a special interest in aviation medicine and family healthcare.
Dr Mahendra Kondagari
Dermatology Specialist
Dr Kondagari, with a diploma in dermatology, focuses on skin and respiratory conditions. He trained in India and has over two decades of experience in general practice.
Dr Fiona Warner
GP Partner
Dr Warner joined in 2009, bringing expertise in child health and sexual health. She trained in London and holds multiple postgraduate qualifications in medical specialties.
Dr Sarah Palmer
GP Partner
Dr Palmer, a GP since 1997, trained in London and has 20 years of experience in diverse urban settings. She specialises in chronic disease management and patient-centred care.
Questions
What services does Rye Medical Centre offer?
We provide GP consultations, vaccinations, chronic disease management, urgent appointments, and a dispensing service. Specialised clinics include asthma, diabetes, and cervical screening.
How can I register with the practice?
Registration is open to residents in our catchment area, including Beckley and Brede. Complete a form at reception with proof of address to join our patient list.
Are there emergency services available?
For life-threatening emergencies, dial 999. Urgent non-life-threatening care is available via same-day appointments or NHS 111 outside normal hours.
Is the practice accessible for disabled patients?
Yes, we have wheelchair access, disabled toilets, and designated parking. Our facilities ensure equal access to all clinical services and consultations.
Do you offer online services?
Patients can book appointments, order repeat prescriptions, and access test results via the NHS App or our online portal. Proxy access is available for carers.
What are the practice's opening hours?
We are open Monday to Friday, 8:30am–6:30pm. Extended access appointments are available. We are closed on weekends and bank holidays.
