If you live in Redhill and need specialist care, a private GP can move things on quickly. Our experienced GPs at Mayfield Clinic prepare clear, clinically detailed referrals to private consultants or NHS specialists, explain your options, and coordinate next steps from our Reigate practice. Appointments should be booked online using the Book now button; members can also book by phone or WhatsApp.
Yes. A private GP can refer you to either a private consultant or to an NHS specialist pathway when it’s clinically appropriate. At Mayfield Clinic we create a comprehensive referral letter, include relevant test results, and discuss which consultant or NHS route is most suitable for you. Our referrals are designed to be senior-clinician-ready: clear history, examination findings, and the investigations required.
We follow a straightforward, transparent process so you always know what happens next.
For further detail on how we manage referrals, see our referrals page: Mayfield Clinic — Referrals.
We frequently refer patients into NHS care when the clinical need is best met there. A private GP can prepare and send an NHS-facing referral, but NHS processes and wait times are governed by local NHS trusts. Choosing a private referral often reduces waiting time for an initial specialist appointment, while an NHS referral may be needed for care funded by the NHS.
If you’re unsure which route to choose, we’ll outline both options at consultation and explain likely timelines. You can read more about accessing our services here: Accessing Mayfield Clinic services.
We maintain a carefully selected network of private consultants, many based in Oxford and London, chosen for their specialist expertise and high standards of care. We will discuss particular consultants with you and select the clinician best matched to your condition and preferences. If you live in Redhill, most patients are seen in our nearby Reigate practice — details here: Mayfield Clinic Reigate — but the referral and clinician selection process is the same regardless of where you are joining us from. You can also read about our team: Meet our clinicians.
Private referrals usually involve a consultation fee for the GP and a fee for the consultant. Some insurers will cover consultant appointments and further investigations — we can provide clinical letters and pre-authorisation documentation if required. Mayfield Clinic membership can simplify access to appointments and administration; find out if membership is right for you at: Is Mayfield Clinic membership right for you?. For information about private prescribing in the referral context, see: Private prescriptions.
“We involve you in every step: the option you choose, the consultant you see, and how we communicate with other services.”
Private referral timelines vary by speciality and consultant availability. Many patients secure appointments in days to a few weeks. NHS pathways can take longer. We’ll give you realistic timescales at the point of referral and actively help to arrange the earliest suitable appointment.
To arrange a consultation from Redhill, please use the Book now button on the Mayfield Clinic website. Members may book directly by phone or WhatsApp for faster scheduling. If you have questions about referrals before booking, contact our team via the Reigate practice page: Reigate clinic.
For more on how we refer and manage ongoing care, see our referrals page and our information on accessing services. If you want a closer look at Mayfield Clinic membership or how we prescribe privately, the links earlier in this article will help.
Yes. A private GP can prepare and send a referral to an NHS specialist and will explain the likely pathway and waiting times. Local NHS procedures vary, so at Mayfield Clinic (serving Redhill patients from our Reigate practice) we will coordinate the referral, provide the necessary clinical documents, and advise whether a private consultant referral might be a faster option.
Timelines vary by specialty and consultant availability. Private GP referrals often secure appointments within days to a few weeks; NHS referrals can take several weeks to months. For patients in Redhill we’ll give realistic timescales during your consultation and help arrange the earliest appointment via our Reigate clinic.
It depends on your insurance policy. Many insurers cover consultant appointments and investigations after a GP referral, but prior authorisation is often required. We can supply the clinical letters and administrative support insurers need. Membership at Mayfield Clinic may also simplify booking and administration for Redhill patients.
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