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Military Veterans

We are an Armed Forces veteran friendly accredited GP practice. This means that, as part of the health commitments of the Armed Forces Covenant, we have a dedicated clinician (Dr Mark Thompson) and receptionist (Leigh) who have specialist knowledge of military related health conditions and veteran specific health services. This is important in helping ex-forces to get the best care and treatment. If you are ex-forces, please let your us know to help ensure you are getting the best possible care.

Follow these links for Top Tips for Veterans to get the most from your GP, the Veterans patient charter, and Healthcare in the NHS for our armed forces to see how else the NHS can help.

Locally you are welcome to The Torbay Armed Forces & Veteran's Breakfast Club every Saturday, 9am at the Boathouse in Preston. Also The Veteran's Lunch Club on the first Friday of each month, at the St Marychurch & Babbacombe Conservative Club, Torquay

Veteran's Gateway
Here for you 24/7, we are the first point of contact for veterans and their loved ones. We can directly refer you to our verified expert partners including Combat Stress, SSAFA, Poppy Scotland and more. Head over to our self-help section to find out more about the welfare categories we cover: Mental wellbeing, employment, housing, and more. And keep up with the latest veteran concerns.
Combat Stress
For over a century we’ve been helping former servicemen and women deal with issues like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and depression. Today we provide specialist treatment and support for veterans from every service and conflict, focusing on those with complex mental health issues related to their military service. Phone us 24/7 on 0800 138619 or email
Resources for Veterans
Find healthcare and welfare support dedicated to veterans, service leavers, non-mobilised reservists, and their families and carers.

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NON-EMERGENCY: Have a look at out "Get health information" page. Alternatively, call 111 for non-urgent medical advice.

MINOR INJURIES: We do not provide a minor injuries service. You should attend A&E or a local minor iunjuries unit. The LIVE WAITING times for these services are listed here.

EMERGENCY: Dial 999 or go to your nearest A&E Department (you must not dial 999 for anything other than an emergency)

If you do need to attend the emergency department at Torbay Hospital please read this leaflet.

Military Veterans

Veteran's Gateway

Combat Stress

Resources for Veterans