Minor Injury Unit

Open seven days a week 8am - 8pm (last patient 7.30pm)

Caterham Dene MIU is a convenient alternative local emergency departments and is run by qualified emergency nurse practitioners.

Generally, wait times are less than emergency departments and it's just a short distance from East Surrey Hospital. 

Diagnosis and treatment for a range of conditions

• Wounds that need closing (including staples, stitches, glue and steri-strips)
• Limb injuries including fractures
• Bites and stings
• Infected wounds
• Head injuries (excluding those with a previous history of loss of consciousness or those taking blood thinners)
• Eye problems such as infections or scratches
• Sports injuries
• Minor burns and scalds 
• Minor illnesses for adults aged over 18 such as a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), sore throat or earache
• Emergency contraception. 

There is an X-ray facility at Caterham Dene Hospital. Opening times for the X-ray services are 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday and 10am – 5pm on weekends and bank holidays.

Booking an appointment

You do not need an appointment; however, you may prefer to call NHS 111 to ensure you're directed to the most appropriate service for you.

Bookings cannot be made by calling the MIU directly and advice and/or consultations are not provided over the telephone.

When not to attend the MIU

Please do not attend if you are suffering from:

• Abdominal pain
• Chest pain
• Rectal or vaginal problems
• Headaches
• Diarrhoea and vomiting
• Ongoing medical conditions. 

If you think your condition is life-threatening, you should dial 999 or go to your nearest emergency department.

You can phone 111 for medical advice 24/7 or visit NHS 111 online https://111.nhs.uk/

Local pharmacies can also help with many common health problems – visit: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/pharmacy/find-a-pharmacy

Contact details

Call: 01883 837 500 extension 4

Address: Caterham Dene Hospital, Church Road, Caterham, Surrey CR3 5RA 

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