// Travel Clinic In Gillingham

Travel Clinic Gillingham: Vaccines and Travel Health Advice in Kent

Travel preparation made simple. Get all your vaccines and expert advice in one appointment, no long waits and no GP queue.
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// Travel Destinations

Top Destinations and What Gillingham Travellers Need

Every destination carries its own health risks. Here is what travellers from Gillingham most commonly need sorted before they fly.
// Vaccinations

Travel Vaccinations Available to Gillingham Patients

We stock a full range of travel vaccines on-site at all times. No waiting for orders, no being sent elsewhere, and no need for a second visit to complete your course.

Yellow Fever Vaccine

£75
Protects against a serious virus spread by mosquitoes in Africa and South America. We issue your certificate immediately.

Hepatitis A

£50 per dose
Prevent infection from contaminated food and water. This two-dose vaccine offers long-term protection for most travel destinations.

Hepatitis B

£50 per dose
Protects against blood-borne and sexual transmission risks. Essential for long trips or those needing medical care abroad.

Typhoid

£50
Protects against bacterial infections from contaminated food and water. We offer both injectable and oral vaccine options.

Rabies

£85 per dose
Protects against a virus found globally. This three-dose course provides vital safety if you are bitten or scratched.

Cholera

£45 per dose
An oral vaccine that protects against a serious water-borne illness. It also helps prevent common travellers’ diarrhoea.

Japanese Encephalitis

£110 per dose
Protects against a virus spread by mosquitoes in rural Asia. Two doses are needed for full travel protection.

Men ACWY (Meningitis ACWY)

£50
Prevents four types of meningitis. Often mandatory for religious travel and recommended for trips to Africa and Asia.

Tick-Borne Encephalitis

£60 per dose
Protects against a brain infection spread by tick bites. Recommended for hikers, campers, and travellers in forested areas.

Chikungunya

£190
Prevents a mosquito-borne virus that causes fever and joint pain. Our expert team will check if you’re eligible.

DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Polio)

£50
Boosts immunity against diphtheria, tetanus, and polio. Experts recommend a booster every 10 years for safe international travel.

MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella)

£50 per dose
Protects against measles, mumps, and rubella in one injection. Two doses are required for full protection against these diseases.
// Travel Medications

Travel Medications for Gillingham Patients

Some destinations need more than vaccines. We prescribe a full range of travel medications at the same appointment. No separate GP visit required.

Antimalarials

£2.50 per tablet
Malaria is a serious risk in tropical regions across Africa, Asia, and the Americas. We prescribe Malarone, Doxycycline, and Mefloquine, matched to your destination and health profile.

Altitude Sickness Tablets

£3 per tablet
Travelling above 2,500 metres? Acetazolamide (Diamox) is available for eligible adults aged 18 and over following a clinical assessment. A trial dose at home before travel is required.

Jet Lag Tablets

£1.50 per tablet
Melatonin 3mg is available for eligible adults aged 18 and over who have previously experienced jet lag on long-haul travel. Supplied same day under a Patient Group Direction.

Period Delay Tablets

£1 per tablet
Norethisterone is a simple tablet that delays your period by up to 27 days. Available for eligible women aged 16 and over following a short consultation

Whooping Cough Vaccine

£60 per dose
Private booster for adults, pregnant women, and anyone with a new baby arriving in the household. If someone close to you is too young to be vaccinated yet, this is how you protect them.

Travellers Diarrhoea Treatment

£2 per tablet
Standby antibiotic treatment for high-risk destinations. You only use it if you need it, but having a clear written plan and the right medication in your bag can make a serious difference when you are hours from medical care.
// Last-Minute Appointments

Travelling at Short Notice? We Have Appointments Available

Last-minute travel sorted fast, same-day slots available, no waiting list, no GP needed.
Many vaccines are single-dose and can be given the day you book, including Yellow Fever, Typhoid, Meningitis ACWY, and DTP. Multi-dose courses like Rabies and Hepatitis B take longer but can be started immediately and accelerated where clinically appropriate. Book online now and we will prioritise what matters most for your timeline.
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// Certified Centre

Accredited Yellow Fever Centre Serving Gillingham

We are an officially accredited Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre, authorised to administer the vaccine and issue the International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP). Your certificate is issued the same day as your vaccination. Bring your passport so we can complete it accurately, the vaccine is kept in stock, so there is no waiting.
// How It Works

How to Book Your Travel Vaccines in Gillingham

Our simple booking process gets you ready for your trip without the hassle.
Step 01
Book online
Book your appointment online in minutes. Skip the queues and waiting lists for your travel health needs.
Step 02
Attend Your Appointment
Visit us at 139 New Road, Chatham. We are a short drive from Gillingham with free parking on site.
Step 03
Get vaccines
Get expert health advice and your necessary vaccines or medications all in one quick, comfortable visit.
Step 04
Travel with confidence
Travel with peace of mind. We email your records and health advice immediately after your appointment.
// Why Choose Us

Why Gillingham Travellers Come to Our Clinic

We are a dedicated travel clinic, not a GP surgery with travel health as an afterthought. That focus means faster appointments, better advice, and everything sorted in one visit.

Seen within days, not weeks

Same-day appointments with no long waits for stock or slots.

Everything in one visit

Vaccines, antimalarials, and prescriptions all sorted in a single appointment.

Personalised advice for your trip

Your destination, activities, and health history all considered.

Full vaccine range held in stock

Including Yellow Fever, Rabies, and Japanese Encephalitis.

Emailed vaccination records

Sent after every appointment; proof of your vaccines always to hand.
// Meet our expert

Qualified Professionals You Can Rely On

Meet the pharmacist who gets you ready before you fly.
Mandeep-Sandhu

Mandeep Sandhu

Superintendent Pharmacist & Clinical Lead

Since qualifying as a pharmacist in 2006, Mandeep Sandhu has turned travel health into his life’s work. As an independent prescriber with expert NaTHNaC and Yellow Fever credentials, he focuses on giving you genuine peace of mind before you fly.

Mandeep is an avid traveler himself, so he knows that travel health isn’t a “one-size-fits-all” process. He rejects the generic checklist approach, preferring to sit down with you to discuss your unique plans. Whether you’re heading on a family holiday or a remote adventure, Mandeep provides the personal, professional care you deserve.

MPharm Qualified

A fully GPhC-registered pharmacist.

Independent Prescriber

Qualified to independently prescribe and provide travel medicines

Yellow Fever Accredited

Accredited Yellow Fever centre providing vaccinations and official ICVP documentation.

NaTHNaC Trained

Specialist travel health education following national UK standards

// Areas We Serve

Getting to Our Clinic From Gillingham

Find us at 139 New Road, Chatham, less than 10 minutes from Gillingham town centre. Whether driving or taking the bus, we’re easy to reach via the A2 and local Arriva routes. We have free parking on-site and are just 1.5 miles from Gillingham station. We’re happy to welcome travellers

// Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Us

Real experiences from patients who trusted our Medway travel clinic for their vaccinations and travel health advice.

// FAQ

Common Questions From Gillingham Travellers

Do I need to travel far from Gillingham for a private travel clinic?

No. We are based at 139 New Road, Chatham, a short drive or bus journey from Gillingham. Same-day appointments are regularly available so you can be in and out in under an hour.

No referral is needed. Book directly online or by phone and come straight in. Your clinician carries out a full health and travel assessment at your appointment.

Ideally 6 to 8 weeks before departure. That said, do not assume it is too late if your trip is close. Many vaccines are single-dose and can be given the same day you book. Call us and we will advise on the best plan for your timeline.

Yes. We offer family and group appointments. Let us know how many people need to be seen when you book and we will allocate enough time.

Yes. We prescribe Malarone, Doxycycline, and Mefloquine at the same appointment as your vaccines. Your clinician will recommend the right option based on your destination and health history.

Yes. We see patients from the age of 2 years. Age-specific doses are applied and some products carry specific age restrictions, your clinician will confirm what is appropriate at consultation.
// Visit Us

Find Us: Your Local Travel Clinic in Medway

We are easy to find and conveniently located in central Chatham.
Contact Details
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday:
9AM–6:15 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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// Get Protected Today

All Set to Go? Lock In Your Appointment Now

Your next trip deserves proper preparation. Book your travel vaccines at Medway Travel Clinic today and head off knowing everything is sorted.