The Manx Emergency Doctors Service received more than 18,000 calls last year.
In Tynwald earlier this week Rushen MHK Juan Watterson asked health and social care member Ann Corlett about the facility.
In response she revealed 18,130 telephone calls were made between January to December in 2016, 8,627 face to face appointments and 821 home visits.
Mrs Corlett also said although there is only one doctor on hand during the week, there is always another doctor on call if MEDS are busy.
Repairs on Peel Power Station to get underway
Manx Utilities says it's hoping to start fitting replacement flues to Peel Power Station next week.
Manx Care doctor survey to be discussed by Tynwald
How will the Government respond to a damning survey by the British Medical Association?
Weather warning for snow tonight
A yellow weather warning about more freezing weather will come into force later.
MHK queries safety at primary school in Ballabeg
An MHK will raise the issue of safety outside a primary school in the south of the Island next week.
Gales put two ferry sailings at risk tonight
Two Steam Packet Company sailings overnight could be facing disruption.
Should the Island throw a birthday party for Barry Gibb?
As tourism business owner has suggested the Isle of Man hold a huge event to mark Sir Barry Gibb's 80th birthday this year.
Warning issued over icy roads
Ice and frost is causing havoc on the Island's roads this morning.
High ground could see 4 inches of snow on Saturday night
The Island's Met Office has issued another weather warning for snow and sleet over the weekend.
