We provide the a selection of services for which there may be a charge.
Charges may be made for services to patients which are not available on the NHS such as certain travel vaccinations, private medical certificates, private insurance claim forms and various types of medical examinations to name but a few. The receptionist will inform you of these charges, which follow BMA recommendations. View the fees here.
Private Treatment
We regret that we are unable to administer treatment prescribed in the private medical sector such as chemotherapy or infertility treatment but we can undertake private consultations.
Non-NHS Examinations
Medical examinations for special purposes such as pre-employment, fitness to travel, elderly drivers, fitness to undertake sports etc, will be provided by appointment only. There will be a charge for this service; please ask the receptionist beforehand.
Private Prescriptions
Please note that private prescriptions from consultants will only be converted into NHS prescriptions if we have been involved in the referral. However, the initial prescription from your consultant should be taken to the chemist for dispensing in the normal way. Please book an appointment with your GP or put in a written request if you need to continue with this medication. This will only be issued when we have received a letter from your consultant informing us of the treatment plan. Prescriptions from private GPs cannot be converted into NHS prescriptions.
Private Insurance
We are always happy to make referrals into the private sector if required. However, please note that we are unable to sign insurance claim forms if we have not been previously involved in the referral. As it is non-NHS work there is a charge for this service in accordance with BMA recommended guidelines.
Travel Vaccinations
Due to appointment capacity the practice does not offer Travel clinic appointments. We advise to book an appointment with one of your local travel clinics. It is best to seek advice at least six weeks before travelling.
There is further information about countries and vaccinations required on the links below:
