What’s included in your Medical Consultation?
In addition to the consultation with the Medical Doctor, your appointment will also include where appropriate;
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writing a private prescription
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providing a referral to a Consultant / Specialist
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recommending and referring you for scans or X-rays and highlighting what other tests you may need.
You will be provided with an outcome letter detailing all of this and a copy will be sent to your NHS GP with your permission.
Any further investigations that you may require during or after your appointment, such as blood tests, scans, ECGs etc are not included in the cost of your appointment. Before any such tests are completed the Doctor will discuss with you why they think these tests should be carried out and the costs associated with them.
What’s not included in your Medical Consultation?
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24-hour health coverage or emergency service
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Repeat prescriptions, except where we have initiated treatment, or (exceptionally) in an emergency.
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Minor surgery
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Ongoing monitoring of long-term conditions where the NHS might be a more appropriate provider of this chronic disease management service.
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To be treated for a reaction to any prescribed medication – would be deemed an emergency
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To routinely use the service for ‘sick’ notes for conditions not being treated
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We do not offer Covid-19 testing
What can I see the Doctor about?
We are here to discuss any concerns you might have about your health, so arrange to see us if you’re worried about:
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Abdominal aches and pains
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Allergies
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Back problems
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Blood pressure
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Bowel problems
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Concerns about Cholesterol
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Earache or sore throat or swallowing problems
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Eye problems
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General aches and pains
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General health concerns
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Headaches and migraines
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Joint pains and possible arthritis
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Men’s Health
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Persistent cough
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Skin complaints including cysts, acne, and dermatitis
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Stress / Anxiety
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Urinary problems
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Women’s Health
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Medical Aesthetic & Cosmetic Treatments – Via our sister company Flux Skin
Please note we cannot offer a service for medical emergencies. If you think you have a medical emergency phone your NHS GP, dial 111 or 999.
What happens when I arrive for my appointment?