Dr Richard Williams GP Lincoln UK

Dr Richard Williams GP Lincoln UK – Committed to Outstanding Community Care

Dr Richard Williams GP Lincoln UK leads Birchwood Medical Practice with a patient-first approach and deep community commitment. Our practice includes seven skilled GP Partners working under an NHS General Medical Services contract. Together, we serve more than 10,400 registered patients throughout Lincoln and nearby areas.

Additionally, Birchwood Medical Practice is part of the Apex Primary Care Network. As a result, we collaborate with other practices to extend access to care beyond standard hours. Evening clinics and weekend appointments are now more available to our patients. Furthermore, we provide vital links to community services that support mental health, wellbeing, and social stability.

We prioritize connection—connecting patients to the right care at the right time.

Crisis Support Services – Dr Richard Williams GP Lincoln UK

Timely mental health care can change lives. That’s why we refer patients to trusted services like the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team at the Peter Hodgkinson Centre. Likewise, Lincolnshire’s Here4You line provides 24/7 support for young people facing emotional challenges.

Contacts:

• Peter Hodgkinson Centre
  Lincoln County Hospital, Greetwell Road, LN2 5UA
  Tel: 0303 123 4000 | Email: lincs.spa@nhs.net

• Here4You (24/7): 0800 234 6342

Care for Families, Older Adults, and Domestic Abuse Survivors

Our practice also connects patients with Age UK Lincoln and South Lincolnshire, which supports people over 50. Moreover, LDASS (Lincolnshire Domestic Abuse Specialist Service) offers intervention and guidance to those experiencing abuse. Support is inclusive and confidential.

Key Resources:

• Age UK: 36 Park Street, Lincoln, LN1 1UQ | Tel: 03455 564 144

• LDASS:
  Weekdays: 01522 510041 | 24-Hour Helpline: 0808 2000 247
  Email: info@ldass.org.uk

Community-Based Emotional and Social Support

Because wellbeing goes beyond medicine, we offer social prescribing. Patients can join social groups, explore hobbies, or access fitness programs. Additionally, Samaritans Lincoln offers confidential support 24 hours a day.

Get in Touch:

• Samaritans: 116 123 | 17 Hungate, Lincoln LN1 1ES

• Social Prescribing: City Hall, Lincoln | Tel: 01522 551683

Children’s Mental Health – Dr Richard Williams GP Lincoln UK

We support children and young people through referrals to CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services). Meanwhile, Children’s Services and Adult Social Care offer guidance for both daily needs and emergencies.

Helpful Numbers:

• CAMHS Crisis: 01205 554202 | Self Referral: 01522 309120

• Children’s Services: 01522 782111 | Out of Hours: 01522 782333

• Adult Social Care: 01522 782555 | Out of Hours: 01522 782333

Sexual Health & Legal Advice in Lincoln

We also support patients with access to Lincolnshire Sexual Health Clinic, offering STI screenings and contraception services. Additionally, Citizen’s Advice helps with financial, housing, and legal concerns.

Contacts:

• Sexual Health Clinic: 01522 309309
  Lindon House, 134 Dixon Street, Lincoln LN6 7TU

• Citizen’s Advice: City Hall, Beaumont Fee, Lincoln LN1 1DD | Tel: 0808 278 7904