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1. With a GP referral letter
Some consultants will ask for a referral letter from your GP before they can book you in for an appointment. This is normally so that they can double-check that their medical expertise meets your needs (as confirmed by your GP's recommendation).
To find out if you will need a GP referral letter, call our friendly team of advisors on 0808 301 8606 or make an email enquiry. Tell them which consultant you would like to have treatment with, or which hospital you prefer, and they will let you know whether you need a GP referral letter.
If you do need a referral letter, speak to your GP surgery. You will usually need to have an appointment to discuss the referral, though sometimes this can be done over the phone. Either way, you should tell your GP that you want to go private with Circle Health Group, and share your research into which hospital and consultant you would like to see. They will take this into consideration when they refer you to a consultant.
Once you have your referral letter, you can book your chosen specialist through our easy online booking system.
2. With a referral from virtual GP service Circle Online GP
If you don't want to wait for an appointment with your regular GP, you can use Circle Online GP to get a same-day virtual appointment with a GP.
Benefits include:
- Video appointments available seven days a week - even evenings and weekends
- See a GP the same day, usually in minutes, or book a time that suits you
- Prescriptions sent to your local pharmacy the same day
- Get referrals for specialist care quickly
3. Self-referral (without a GP letter):
If you're paying for your own treatment, you can often book a private consultation without a GP referral letter, giving you even faster access to expert treatment.
Our friendly team of advisors can answer any questions about self-referral requirements before you book, simply give them a call on 0808 301 8606. Or, if you have already been advised that you can self-refer, simply book online using our our consultant finder.