There are a number of ways you can contact us, depending on your requirements.
Switchboard
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital switchboard is available on 0191 482 0000.
Please note that medical problems cannot be assessed via this number and no medical advice can be given through our switchboard.
If you require non-urgent medical advice please contact your GP, your local NHS walk-in or urgent care centre, call NHS 111 or visit the NHS website for health and lifestyle advice.
For enquiries about hospital appointments please contact the department directly. The number will be on your appointment letter or card.
Compliments, complaints and suggestions
Compliments, complaints and suggestions can be addressed to the Patient Advice and Liaison Services (PALS) or the complaints team.
Freephone: 0800 953 0667
Email: ghnt.pals.service@nhs.net
More information is also available on our site covering how to complain and the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS).
Media enquiries
During office hours (Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm) all media enquiries should be directed to the Communications Team on 0191 445 6221 or email ghnt.comms@nhs.net.
Health records
You can find information and guidance on how to obtain a copy of your own health records under the Data Protection Act.
Freedom of Information
For more information visit our FOI page.