Is a Private GP Worth It? Private GP Benefits for Epsom Patients

Introduction

Almost half of patients report difficulties getting a timely GP appointment. If you live in Epsom and value speed, continuity and a practical plan for your health, this matters. Short waits. Longer consultations. One named doctor who knows your history. These are the core advantages of private GP care — and the reasons many people ask: is a private GP worth it?

Why patients from Epsom choose a private GP

Patients in Epsom are used to convenient local services, yet primary care demand can mean delays. A private GP at Mayfield Clinic offers faster access to expert care, with appointments designed to be thorough rather than rushed. While your consultation will take place at our Reigate practice, we work with Epsom patients every week and make the journey worth it with clear plans, follow-up, and direct referrals when needed. See our Epsom page for more details: Mayfield Clinic — Epsom.

Speed without compromising quality

One of the most visible private GP benefits is quick access. Same-week or same-day appointments are often possible. That means infections treated promptly, medication reviewed swiftly, and worrying symptoms investigated sooner.

Continuity of care

Mayfield Clinic focuses on continuity: many patients see the same named doctor each time. Regular contact with one GP reduces repeated explanations, improves diagnostic accuracy and makes long-term plans realistic. This is a major reason people ask is a private GP worth it, especially for ongoing conditions like migraines, digestive complaints or mental health support.

Personalised care is faster care. When a doctor already knows you, appointments start from the right place.

What a private GP appointment covers

Our GPs provide advice, clinical assessments, prescriptions, lifestyle support and specialist referrals. They manage a broad range of issues: infections, skin problems, back pain, migraines, digestive symptoms, and routine preventive care. Consultations may be in-person at Reigate or online for convenience.

Private GP vs NHS: when private makes sense

Both systems have strengths. The NHS delivers comprehensive, population-wide primary care. Private GP care is chosen when speed, flexibility and longer consultations matter most. Consider private care if you need:

• Faster appointments for acute problems
• Longer, more detailed consultations for complex symptoms
• Direct, quicker referrals to specialists
• Regular follow-up with the same named doctor

For many Epsom patients the combination of NHS continuity and private access is the ideal balance: routine care remains with your NHS GP, while time-critical or in-depth consultations happen at Mayfield Clinic in Reigate (Reigate practice).

Costs, memberships and value

Private GP appointments involve fees, but value is about outcomes as well as price. If speedy diagnosis, fewer repeat visits and faster specialist access matter to you, the overall cost can be offset by reduced time off work and faster resolution of problems. If you’re considering regular private care, our membership options may be more cost-effective — read Is a Mayfield Clinic Membership right for you? and learn what membership covers.

For information about who we are and how we practise, see Why Mayfield Clinic and our Private GP philosophy.

What to expect at your first appointment

Your first private GP appointment is focused, patient-centred and practical. Expect a thorough history, targeted examination, clear investigation plan and treatment options. If tests or specialist referrals are needed, we explain timing and the likely next steps. For Epsom residents travelling to Reigate, the initial appointment includes a clear follow-up plan tailored to minimise unnecessary travel.

Practical examples — when private care changed the story

A patient from near Epsom Downs booked a private GP appointment after months of intermittent abdominal pain. In a single extended consultation the GP clarified symptoms, arranged targeted tests and expedited a gastroenterology referral — all within days. Faster answers; less uncertainty.

How to book — for Epsom residents

All appointments can be booked online via the Book now button on our site. Members may book directly by phone or via WhatsApp for faster scheduling. If you live in Epsom and want private GP care, you’ll be seen at our Reigate practice; details are on the Reigate location page: Mayfield Clinic — Reigate.

Is a private GP worth it for me?

If time, continuity and personalised care are priorities, seeing a private GP is often a worthwhile investment. For Epsom residents, Mayfield Clinic in Reigate offers fast access, longer consultations and a named GP who builds a plan with you. That combination delivers practical outcomes: fewer repeat visits, quicker specialist access and clearer health plans.

Next steps

If you want to explore private GP care from Mayfield Clinic, click Book now to arrange an appointment. If you’re unsure about membership, our membership page can help you decide whether regular private access is right for your needs.