How Quickly Can I See a Private GP in Dorking? Same‑Day & Fast Appointments

Quick answer: usually today or tomorrow

At Mayfield Clinic we aim to see most patients the same day or the next day — whether that’s an online private GP consultation or an in‑person visit. If you’re searching “private doctor near me” from Dorking, our Reigate practice provides fast appointments and continuity with the same named doctor.

How quickly can you be seen?

Many Dorking patients are offered appointments within 24 hours. We provide:

• same day private GP appointments via video or telephone;
• next day in‑person slots at our Reigate clinic (about a 15‑minute drive from Dorking);
• rapid follow‑ups or urgent telephone advice when required.

Online private GP consultations

An online private GP is often the fastest route for immediate medical advice. For common problems — acute infections, flare‑ups of long‑term conditions, medication reviews — an online consultation can be arranged the same day, and prescriptions can be issued privately if appropriate. Learn more about our online offering on the accessing services page.

What determines wait times?

Three main factors influence how quickly you’re seen:

• appointment type — a phone or video consult is usually quicker than a face‑to‑face visit;
• membership status — members get priority booking and extra flexibility;
• clinical urgency — where immediate assessment is needed, we triage and prioritise accordingly.

Many patients from Dorking prefer booking an online consult first, then attending Reigate in person if a physical examination is required.

Membership and faster access

If fast GP appointments in the UK are important to you, our private GP membership can make a material difference. Members can book directly by phone or WhatsApp and often secure the same named doctor for continuity of care. Read Is a Mayfield Clinic Membership right for you? and Why Mayfield Clinic for full details.

Local note for Dorking patients

Dorking is a busy market town with lots of commuters travelling to nearby centres. Many patients tell us they appreciate an early online consultation before heading to work or a quick trip to our Reigate clinic afterwards. Our Reigate location (see Reigate clinic) is conveniently close — typically around a 15‑minute drive from central Dorking — which makes combined online + in‑person care straightforward.

Referrals, prescriptions and continuity

Should you need onward investigations or a specialist referral, we’ll manage that quickly. Our private referral process is explained here. We also provide private prescriptions when clinically appropriate — see our prescribing approach here. Many patients value seeing the same doctor for repeated issues; we make continuity simple by letting you request the same named clinician for follow‑ups.

How to book from Dorking

All appointments should be booked online via the Book now button on our site. For local Dorking patients, start from our Dorking page and follow the Book now link. Members can also book directly over the phone or through WhatsApp for the quickest access.

What to expect at your first appointment

Whether online or in Reigate, your consultation will be focused, diagnostic and practical. Expect clear next steps — investigations, prescriptions or referrals — and an invitation to book a follow‑up with the same doctor if needed. For a smoother visit, bring a list of current medicines and a brief note of symptoms and any recent tests.

When to choose private care over other options

Private GP care is particularly helpful if you need rapid access and predictability: a same day private GP appointment, a known clinician for ongoing care, or quick private referrals. If you’re in Dorking and need an efficient, reliable option rather than waiting longer elsewhere, Mayfield Clinic’s Reigate clinic and online services are tailored to that need.

Ready to book?

If you need a fast GP appointment in Dorking, click the Book now button on our Dorking page to arrange an online or Reigate appointment. To meet our team before booking, visit our clinicians.