A private GP can issue clinically appropriate private prescriptions and referrals, but the terms of any NHS prescribing, referral or follow-up arrangement are decided by the relevant NHS service and clinician.
Continuity is safest when there is a clear written summary, an agreed results route and an understanding of who is responsible for each next step. I discuss this before treatment or referral is arranged.
I use a structured history, examination and appropriately targeted investigations to decide what can be managed in general practice, what needs planned specialist input and what requires urgent NHS assessment. Appointment availability, results and follow-up arrangements are confirmed at booking.
Written & reviewed by
Dr George Xynopoulos
Consultant Physician & Cardiologist · GMC 3502763 · Reviewed by Dr George Xynopoulos, Consultant Physician & Cardiologist · GMC 3502763
Clinical review date: 21 August 2026
What I can help with
A GP assessment can clarify your concern, review relevant records, arrange appropriate tests or referrals and agree a documented follow-up plan. I cannot guarantee that a particular employer, surgeon, insurer, destination authority or specialist will accept a certificate, form, referral or clearance decision; that depends on its own requirements and the clinical information available.
A safe next-step plan
The right outcome may be reassurance, treatment, monitoring, targeted investigation, a private specialist referral or a recommendation to use an NHS service. I explain the reasoning and record the agreed next step.
When routine private GP care is not appropriate
Do not delay urgent medical care while waiting for a prescription, referral or test result. Call 999 for emergencies; use NHS 111 for urgent advice when you are unsure.
Do not wait for a routine appointment if symptoms suggest an emergency or are severe, sudden or rapidly worsening.
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