Shoebury Health Centre

08/01/2026

Live Well with the Drug-Free Doctor TONIGHT 8pm Channel 4
Dr Rangan Chatterjee examines the nation's dependence on long-term prescribed medication to see if alternative routes can benefit people better

We are an over-medicated country. 80-90% of what doctors see each day is in some way related to our collective modern lifestyles - yet, most of the options you get given by your doctor relate to pharmaceutical medication.

WE WILL NOT OUT-PRESCRIBE OUR WAY OUT OF THE CURRENT HEALTHCARE CRISIS - THERE HAS TO BE (AND THERE IS!!) ANOTHER WAY.

The number of prescriptions that we give out as doctors has increased by over 80 per cent in the last 20 years. And the uncomfortable truth is that a lot of the pills are simply not working.

This Thursday 8th January 2026 on 4 at 8pm my new 1 hour prime time documentary ‘Live Well With The Drug Free Doctor’ comes out. It is a deep dive into the healthcare crisis and I show how in 3 different conditions, type 2 diabetes, chronic pain & depression, it is possibly to completely heal without the use of medication.

Our lifestyles can be our very best medicine. That is what my entire public facing career is all about and I cannot wait for the British public to watch the Channel 4 show this Thursday 8th January 2026 evening at 8pm.
Dr Chatterjee

26/11/2025

We understand that the power cut this morning was due to an underground cable. Our power and all systems returned around 11.20 am. Thanks to all our patients for your understanding.

22/07/2025

Flooding Update
We are still doing some tidying up behind the scenes but we are operating normal service to our patients.
We thank you all for your best wishes and understanding.
All appointments will carry on as usual today.

21/07/2025

Due to the heavy rain the health centre had experienced extensive flooding which has got into the electrics . Please be advised that normal services may be disrupted tomorrow thank you for your understanding. The managers are working with NHSPS to resume normal business ASAP. We will update in the morning

26/06/2025

Mounjaro Information for our patients

We understand the media is reporting that Mounjaro is now available under the NHS, however this is ONLY to a limited group of patients.

You must be over 18, with a BMI of 40+, or 37.5+ if you’re from a Black, Asian or other minority ethnic background.

You must also have four or more weight-related health conditions, such as type II diabetes, hypertension and heart disease.

We cannot offer any weight loss drug for cosmetic or general weight loss.

Please keep our lines and clinicians time free for those in medical need

30/10/2022

FLU VACCINATIONS & COVID BOOSTERS 2022
Both Practices at the Health Centre are members of Southend East Primary Care Network (SEPCN). This year our eligible patients 50 years and over or at risk patients can attend to have their FLU VACCINATION and/or their COVID booster (COVID vaccinations must be given at least 91 days apart) at our PCN hub which is based at:
NORTON PLACE, 162 NESS ROAD, SHOEBURY. SS3 9DL
Please see the list below for walk-vaccination clinics at Norton Place for week commencing Monday 31.10.22. You do not need a booked appointment for the listed clinics.

Monday 31.10.22
9am - 12noon & 12.30pm - 3pm
Tuesday 1.11.22
9am - 12 noon
Wednesday 2.11.22 & Thursday 3.11.22
3pm - 6pm & 6.30pm - 8pm
Please keep an eye on this page for more scheduled clinics.
Thank you

18/10/2022

FLU and/or COVID vaccinations
Walk in clinic Today (19/10/22) at Norton place today 9-12 and 12:30-2pm.
For Southend East PCN patients
Shoebury Health Centre (Dr Kumar & Dr Palacin surgerys)
North Shoebury Surgery
Central Surgery
Thorpe bay and Shaftsbury Surgery
Please note COVID boosters must be at lease 91 days between doses

Thank you

12/10/2022

FLU and/or COVID vaccinations
Walk in clinic Today at Norton place today 9-11 and 12-2pm. You can also get the over 65 yr flu vaccine and at risk under 65 yrs if registered at one of the following practices.

Shoebury Health Centre (Dr Kumar & Dr Palacin surgerys)
North Shoebury Surgery Central Surgery Thorpe bay and Shaftsbury surgery

12/09/2022

Please note the Health Centre will close at 6.30pm on Friday the 16th September 2022 and will re-open at 8am on Tuesday the 20th September. If you need medical assistance during the closure call 111 or go 0nline 111.nhs.uk

23/08/2022

Did you know lung cancer is the UK’s biggest cancer killer? Often symptoms don’t show until a later stage. The programme identifies lung cancer early, when it’s more treatable, saving more lives.

To see if you are eligible and to find out more, visit: https://orlo.uk/BkWOo

22/02/2022

Overseas vaccinations
Book an appointment to register your overseas vaccinations
To register your overseas vaccinations, you’ll need to book an appointment at a selected list of vaccination centres across England.
Book an appointment to register your overseas vaccination with the NHS.
Staff are not able to register your overseas vaccinations unless you book in advance.
Details of your overseas vaccination will then be recorded in the National Immunisation Management System.
If you’re registered with a GP in England and were vaccinated in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland or the Isle of Man, you do not need to book an appointment at a vaccination centre.
If you need help using this service, contact the NHS COVID Pass service by telephoning:
• 119 from the UK
• +44 151 905 0119 from overseas (you’ll be charged according to your carrier’s rates)
Getting your NHS COVID Pass
Eligible overseas vaccinations will display within your NHS COVID Pass in the same way as vaccines administered under the UK vaccination programme. However, you may see some fields left blank for overseas vaccines.
Non-eligible overseas vaccinations will not generate an NHS COVID Pass.
Your NHS COVID Pass for international travel will show the vaccinations you have received. It may take up to 10 working days for vaccines to show in your NHS COVID Pass.

How to use the NHS COVID Pass to demonstrate your coronavirus (COVID-19) status when travelling abroad and domestically at venues and settings in England.

24/01/2022