Shirley Oaks Hospital offers Private GP Services across Croydon and further afield.
Ad-hoc appointments are available Monday - Friday. Please call the Outpatient Appointments Team on 0208 655 5571 to check availability.
Shirley Oaks Private GP Services should not be used in place of Emergency Services. In the event of an emergency in the UK, please call 111 or 999.
Please call 111 or 999 if you or the patient in question are experiencing:
Our GPs do not see anyone under the age of 18 at this hospital.
15-minute appointments £75.00
(Book online or call 0800 096 2694)
30-minute appointments £150.00
(Telephone booking only 0800 096 2694)
Our booking line is open from:
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
If you want to book an appointment in the next 24 hours, please call the booking line for increased appointment availability.
Payment for GP appointments is required prior to the consultation with the GP.
Although your medical insurance may cover private GP appointments, you must initially pay for your appointment and then seek reimbursement from your insurance provider. It is essential to verify the reimbursement process directly with your insurer.
We recommend that Care of the Elderly appointments are booked for 30 minutes to ensure sufficient time for patients.
Our GPs do not see anyone under the age of 18 at this hospital.
Shirley Oaks Private GP Services should not be used in place of Emergency Services. In the event of an emergency in the UK, please call 111 or 999.
Please call 111 or 999 if you or the patient in question are experiencing:
Our services allow for convenience and flexibility, with appointment times to suit your needs with a GP of your choice. Your private GP will take the time to understand your circumstances and refer you for treatment tailored to your needs with the right healthcare professional for you. Your appointment will last either 15 or 30 minutes depending on what you have booked. Follow-up appointments are typically 15 minutes.
Our GP services provide quick referrals for sophisticated diagnostics to help you access the right treatment for you. Test results are usually available within 48 hours. Our services allow an easy transition into all healthcare services provided by our hospital, as well as specialist care and the latest technology to offer additional reassurance if you are managing a long-term illness or anxiety.
There are many reasons why you and your family might seek out the services of a private GP. We offer a great quality of care and in-depth consultations, and you will be able to arrange an appointment at a time that suits you. Common reasons people come to our private GPs include:
When you choose to go private for your GP appointment with us, you'll benefit from:
You will have access to a range of diagnostic tests, with results typically returned within 48 hours. The range of tests available include blood tests, X-rays, CT, and MRI scans.
Below are some commonly asked questions about our services.
Your visit and what you discuss with your GP is confidential, and your GP will never disclose any information without your approval unless they believe that you may harm yourself or other people. This is standard procedure across all medicine, whether private or public. However, we do encourage you to make your registered NHS practitioner aware of any major health issues you have.
New visits last either 15 or 30 minutes and follow-up appointments last 15 minutes.
Yes. All GPs can issue prescriptions. However, a private prescription is different from an NHS prescription. Your GP will discuss this with you during your visit if you need a prescription for medication.
