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Your Trusted GP Practice in Leigh
Established as a cornerstone of healthcare in Leigh, Brookmill Medical Centre has dedicated itself to delivering comprehensive primary care services to the local community and surrounding areas. Our practice combines clinical excellence with compassionate care, offering a wide range of medical services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our patients. With a team of experienced GPs, nurses, and healthcare professionals, we prioritise patient well-being through preventative care, chronic disease management, and acute medical interventions. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our status as a training practice for GP registrars and our accreditation as a Veteran Friendly GP Practice. We utilise modern systems like askmyGP to streamline patient access while maintaining traditional values of personal care and community engagement. Through our extended hours service and collaboration with local healthcare networks, we ensure timely medical support for urgent and non-urgent cases alike.

Our facilities accommodate routine consultations, minor surgical procedures, vaccination programmes, and specialist clinics, all delivered in a welcoming environment that upholds strict confidentiality standards. As active participants in the NHS framework, we balance statutory obligations with patient-centred innovation, regularly seeking feedback through our Patient Participation Group to enhance service delivery. Our administrative team works diligently to maintain efficient operations, ensuring that patients receive both clinical excellence and administrative professionalism. Through decades of combined experience, our practitioners have developed particular expertise in family planning, women's health, and medical education, while maintaining broad general practice capabilities.
Services
GP Consultations Vaccination Programmes Chronic Disease Management Minor Surgical Procedures Travel Vaccinations Women's Health Services Child Health Checks Prescription Services Health Screenings Online Appointments
Highlights and features
  • We offer 30+ years combined experience across our GP team
  • Our practice maintains extended hours until 10pm weekdays
  • We provide specialist family planning and contraceptive services
  • Our team includes dedicated pharmacists and first contact practitioners
  • We operate a safe surgery commitment for all community members
Associations and certifications
  • Veteran Friendly GP Practice
What people say
Excellent staff Extended evening hours Professional care Helpful online services Knowledgeable GPs
Services
GP Consultations
Our experienced GPs provide comprehensive consultations for acute and chronic medical conditions. Patients can access same-day appointments through our askmyGP system or book routine visits with their preferred doctor. The practice maintains extended evening hours until 10pm on weekdays to accommodate working patients.
Vaccination Programmes
We deliver NHS routine vaccinations for all ages plus travel immunisations. Our nurses conduct travel health assessments to determine required vaccines based on destination-specific risks. Childhood immunisation schedules follow national guidelines with catch-up programmes available for missed vaccinations.
Chronic Disease Management
Our practice supports patients with ongoing conditions like diabetes, asthma, and heart disease. We offer regular review appointments, medication management, and lifestyle advice tailored to individual needs. Electronic health records enable coordinated care between GPs and specialist services.
Minor Surgical Procedures
Common minor procedures including skin lesion removals, wound suturing, and joint injections are performed at the practice. Our experienced clinicians use local anaesthesia for patient comfort, with post-operative care instructions provided. Complex cases are referred to appropriate specialist departments.
Women's Health Services
We provide comprehensive women's health services including contraceptive advice, cervical screening, and menopause management. Our GPs offer long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) fitting and sexual health consultations, maintaining strict confidentiality for all patients.
People
Dr Rachel Warner
Senior Partner
Qualified in 1998, Dr Warner specialises in family planning and contraceptive implant fitting. She serves as GP trainer while maintaining her clinical practice at Brookmill Medical Centre.
Dr James Weems
Doctor
Qualified in 2007, Dr Weems leads minor surgery services and works as Oldham Athletic's match day doctor. He has developed specialist skills in procedural medicine.
Dr Magdalena Sniadek
Doctor
With Polish medical qualifications from 1993, Dr Sniadek brings extensive European experience to her role. She joined Brookmill in 2014 after previous GP work in the Leigh area.
Dr Thomas Hilditch
Doctor
Qualified in 2011, Dr Hilditch represents the newest addition to the GP team. He maintains full registration with the General Medical Council under number 7136174.
Sahra Kay
Managing Partner
As practice manager since 2006, Sahra Kay oversees operational leadership. She has worked in general practice since 1995, ensuring efficient delivery of clinical and administrative services.
Questions
How do I book an appointment?
Use our askmyGP system for routine requests or call 01942 681880 during opening hours. Emergency cases should contact NHS 111.
What services are available outside normal hours?
Our extended hours service runs weekdays 6:30pm-10pm and weekends 8am-8pm via the Wigan GP Alliance Hub.
How do I order repeat prescriptions?
Request online through Patient Access or allow 48 hours notice for all repeat prescription requests via any method.
Are travel vaccinations available?
Yes, book a travel health consultation with our practice nurse to discuss required vaccinations based on your destination.
What should I do in a medical emergency?
Call 999 for life-threatening emergencies. For urgent but non-life-threatening issues, contact NHS 111 for immediate advice.
How can I provide feedback about services?
Complete our Friends and Family Test online, join our Patient Participation Group, or submit direct feedback through our website.