Hospitals and Emergency Care
Q: Where is the nearest hospital?
A: The local Hospital is the St Andrews Community Hospital at Largo Road, St. Andrews, KY16 8AR, Phone 01334 465656. However only minor injuries are dealt with at this hospital.
If you need the Accident and Emergency service for more serious conditions, then the nearest is at Ninewells Hospital, Dundee, DD1 9SY. Telephone 01382 660111. For directions and information see: www.nhstayside.scot.nhs.uk/patients/hospital/ninewells.shtml.
Q: I need to get emergency medical assistance and the Health Centre is closed
A: If you or someone else's life is at risk, then call 999 and ask for the ambulance service. (Note: If you are using a phone in a Hall of Residence, the number to ring is 9-999). For other help and assistance call NHS 24 on 08454 242424 where you will speak to a Nurse on the phone who can give you advice and, if necessary, arrange further assistance for you. You may be referred to the NHS 24 Hour Assessment Centre at St Andrews Community Hospital.
If you live in a Hall of Residence, you should also contact your Warden or Residence Manager.