The Ridgeway Hospital offers a private GP service within a modern and fully equipped hospital, allowing for fast access to specialised diagnostics including blood tests, X-rays and scans. Our test results are usually available within 48 hours and if needed your GP can make an immediate referral to consultants and specialists at the hospital.
The private GP service offers you more flexibility through convenient appointment times, subject to availability. With each new appointment time set at half hour, and follow up appointments set at fifteen minutes, you will have quality time to discuss your concerns in depth with one of our dedicated GPs.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 8:00-20:00, Saturday Mornings 8:00-12:00.
Please note: The Ridgeway Hospital does not have paediatric facilities, therefore we cannot accept any appointments for those under 18 years of age
There are many reasons why you might seek out the services of a private GP. We offer 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:
- Consultation and treatment of minor illnesses and conditions
- Ongoing medical care and management of chronic illnesses
- Men's health
- Women's health
- Headaches and migraine
- Menopause
- Allergies
- Skin complaints
- Family planning
- STD testing and sexual health
- Stopping smoking advice and prescriptions
- Anxiety and depression
- Medication review
- Back pain assessment
- Cholesterol and blood pressure checks
Why see a private GP? We believe in the importance of trying to restore the doctor-patient relationship. With longer consultation times and experienced GPs with a passion for their for work, we commit to addressing your healthcare needs thoroughly and with the care you deserve.
Our private GP service has access to high quality diagnostics on-site and quick referrals means that you can progress with treatment as soon as possible, which can be crucial if serious conditions are found. A smooth transition to wider healthcare services, specialist care and facilities will provide extra reassurance in times of illness or anxiety.
- 30 minute initial consultation: £140 per appointment
- 15 minute follow up consultation: £70 per appointment
*30 minute Initial consultation must be completed before booking 15 minute follow up*
Charges for your private GP appointment will be payable at the hospital on the day of your appointment. If your GP recommends that you have additional tests or investigations, please remember that these will be charged in addition to the fees above.
Please note you will be invoiced after your appointment for any extra hospital charges you may incur (such as blood tests, x-rays etc.) and you can pay with a debit/credit card, via a BACS bank transfer or by cheque. If you have health insurance and think you may be covered for a private GP service, please check with your insurer to confirm before arrival. Our private GP appointments are to be paid on the day of a patients arrival.
Accessing private healthcare has never been easier. Whether you are choosing to pay in full or access one of our straightforward payment options, it is our goal to make the journey as smooth as possible for you.
If you have insurance, you can pay for your treatment upfront and claim back from your insurance provider, although please do check in advance to see if your treatment is covered. Our private GP services are for self funding patients.
We also have a specialist team of Patient Liaison Officers onsite to help with any payment queries or concerns you may have, as we understand the importance of engaging with our patients face to face during these times.
