Private GP Service Dorchester

Our private GP services at Winterbourne Hospital in Dorchester provide high-quality and consistent private medical care for patients based around Dorchester, Weymouth, Bridport, and the wider area.

The service is offered within a modern, fully equipped hospital, allowing quick access to specialised diagnostics such as blood tests, X-rays, and MRI scans.

Please note: This service is open to patients over the age of 18 only.

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:

Severe or Sudden Breathing Difficulties
Chest Pain or Symptoms of 'Heart Attack'
Symptoms of Stroke
Heavy Bleeding

Winterbourne Hospital offers private GP services to patients across Dorchester, Weymouth, Bridport, and beyond, who need fast access to high-quality diagnostics and treatment. Our private GP service also offers flexibility through convenient appointment times, subject to availability. With each new appointment time, we can offer quality care that is not compromised by time constraints.

Where required, the GP can offer quick referrals so that patients can swiftly progress into treatment. Test results are usually available within 48 hours, aiding a smooth transition to the wider healthcare services on offer at Winterbourne Hospital, including access to specialist care and facilities that will provide additional reassurance in times of illness or anxiety.

Your private General Practitioner will take a proactive and complete approach to your health, providing you with quality ongoing medical care.

Winterbourne Hospital’s private GP services are offered with a fully equipped hospital allowing fast access to specialised diagnostics like blood tests, x-rays, and scans.

To book an appointment, please call 0800 096 2694.

Private GP appointments are readily available, offering rapid access to the highest quality of healthcare. Your private GP will get to know you well, because you will have the time to talk through all your needs and concerns in detail, and the quality of care you will receive is not compromised by time constraints.

Access to high quality diagnostics on-site and quick referrals mean that patients can progress with treatment as soon as possible, which at times can be crucial to your recovery. A smooth transition to wider healthcare services, specialist care, and facilities will provide extra reassurance in times of illness or anxiety.

Charges for your private GP appointment will be payable at the time of booking. If your GP recommends that you have additional tests or investigations, please note these will be charged in addition to the appointment fee.

*Available to over 18s only

To book an appointment, please call 0800 096 2694.

Accessing private healthcare is easy, whether you choose to pay directly or use private medical insurance. If your GP recommends further treatment may be required, a full rate card of all procedures is available.

If you are paying for yourself, we can usually offer an upfront cost which you can then choose to pay in full or access one of our easy payment options.

If you have insurance, we can arrange direct settlement with your insurance provider, although you should check in advance to see if your treatment is covered. For more information, visit our private medical insurance page.