The Patient Information Centre aims to ensure that everyone has access to a range of useful information about health and related issues. The service offered is free and confidential. The Centre can provide information on:

• medical conditions, procedures and treatments
• access to self-help and support groups
• how to use health complaints procedures
• a range of NHS services
• benefits entitlement

Contact details:

Patient Information Centre
St Nicholas Hospital
Jubilee Road
Gosforth
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE3 3XT

Phone:  0191 223 2545
Fax:  0191 223 2546