Can I book STI Check without seeing a GP first?

Yes. STI Check is a private service you can book directly with us, with no GP referral and no need to be registered with a nearby practice. If your needs would be better met by a GP or hospital, we will tell you clearly and point you in the right direction.

Can I have STI Check done in central Edinburgh?

Yes. STI Check is available at Forrest Pharmacy, 45 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QP, as part of our Sexual Health Clinic. We are in the city centre, a short walk from the Old Town, Southside and Newington, with bus routes stopping nearby. Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Book online or call 0131 225 7770.

Can I just walk in for STI Check?

Walk-ins are welcome, and we keep appointments available each day for people who need to be seen quickly. Booking ahead, online or on 0131 225 7770, is the best way to secure a time that suits you. If you are unsure whether this is the right service, ask to speak to a pharmacist when you call.

STI Check

Discreet STI screening, with clear timelines for results and prompt follow-up.

The Forrest Pharmacy & Travel and Health Clinic shopfront on Forrest Road, Edinburgh

Community pharmacies are the first point of contact for everyday healthcare.

NHS

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Availability: Private service
Clinic: Sexual Health Clinic
Referral: None needed
Registration: Not required
Where: 45 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QP

STI Check, Explained

A pharmacist sees you, assesses what is going on, and treats it where treatment is the right answer.

Care you can reach easily, and one less reason to wait for a GP appointment.

Why People Choose STI Check

Discreet Visit

Private testing with respectful care.

Right Test

Timing and window periods explained.

Fast Results

Clear result times and what happens next.

Treatment/Referral

On‑the‑spot treatment or signposting.

How it Works

What Happens at Your STI Check Appointment

Book Your Appointment

Book online, give us a ring, or simply call in

Visit Our Clinic

In central Edinburgh, a short walk from the Old Town and the Meadows

Have Your STI Test

One of our pharmacists takes your sample, sends it to the laboratory and comes back to you with a full report

Booking

Request Your STI Check Appointment

Online booking is coming soon. In the meantime, leave your details below and a member of our team will call you back to arrange a convenient time, usually the same day.

Prefer to Call?

Speak to a member of the team directly. We are happy to answer any questions and book you in over the phone.

0131 225 7770

Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Or visit us at 45 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QP.

STI Check: Your Questions Answered

Can I book STI Check without seeing a GP first?: Yes. STI Check is a private service you can book directly with us, with no GP referral and no need to be registered with a nearby practice. If your needs would be better met by a GP or hospital, we will tell you clearly and point you in the right direction.
Can I have STI Check done in central Edinburgh?: Yes. STI Check is available at Forrest Pharmacy, 45 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QP, as part of our Sexual Health Clinic. We are in the city centre, a short walk from the Old Town, Southside and Newington, with bus routes stopping nearby. Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Book online or call 0131 225 7770.
Can I just walk in for STI Check?: Walk-ins are welcome, and we keep appointments available each day for people who need to be seen quickly. Booking ahead, online or on 0131 225 7770, is the best way to secure a time that suits you. If you are unsure whether this is the right service, ask to speak to a pharmacist when you call.

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