NHS alternative private GP care in Barnet — Faster access, named doctor

Accessible private GP care for Barnet when NHS waits are too long

Short waits. Longer appointments. The same expert clinical care — when you need it most.

If you live in Barnet and have faced lengthy NHS waiting times, a clear alternative is available nearby. Mayfield Clinic offers private GP appointments with immediate availability, longer consultation times and continuity of care from the same named doctor. You don’t need to leave your NHS GP; our private service complements your existing care and can be used for urgent problems, second opinions or routine reviews.

Why Barnet patients choose a private GP alternative

Waiting lists for routine GP referrals and some diagnostics have grown across London and Hertfordshire. Many Barnet residents tell us they want a quick GP alternative without losing the relationship they have with their NHS practice. At Mayfield Clinic we provide longer consultations — often 20–30 minutes — so we can take a full clinical history, review medications thoroughly and agree a clear plan. That extra time makes a tangible difference for complex symptoms, mental health reviews or multi-morbidity care.

How our private GP service works for Barnet patients

We see patients from Barnet at our nearby Edgeware practice. Book online via the Book now button for same‑day or next‑day appointments. Members can also book by phone or WhatsApp for direct booking and rapid rebookings. During your first visit we will: take a comprehensive medical history, perform a focused examination, agree investigations or repeat tests if needed, and communicate any letters or results back to your NHS GP with your consent.

What you get that’s different to standard NHS appointments

- Faster access: appointments often available within 24–48 hours for urgent problems.
- Longer consultations: time to discuss multiple issues, preventative care and medication reviews.
- Named doctor continuity: see the same clinician for follow‑up and long‑term care.
- Coordinated care: we can liaise with your NHS GP and local specialties in Barnet and nearby boroughs.

Examples of when a private GP from Barnet finds value

- You need a second opinion about a referral or test result and can’t wait weeks.
- You’re managing multiple long‑term conditions and want a thorough review in a single visit.
- You need a repeat sick note, urgent contraception review, or an immediate prescription change.
- You’d like faster access to blood tests or imaging via private pathways, arranged from our Edgeware clinic.

Fees, referrals and NHS coordination

Using our private GP service does not require deregistering from your NHS GP. We will provide you an itemised consultation summary and, with permission, send copies to your NHS practice in Barnet. If onward specialist referral is needed we can advise on NHS and private options and support the referral process. Transparent pricing is provided at booking and our team can explain eligibility for tests and private investigations.

Local detail: connecting Barnet to our Edgeware practice

Although we treat patients from Barnet, consultations take place at our Edgeware location. Edgeware is a short drive or public transport trip from central Barnet, with convenient parking and flexible appointment times including early mornings for commuters. Learn more about our Barnet service area on our Barnet page and book to be seen at Edgeware.

Mayfield Clinic — Barnet information | Mayfield Clinic — Edgeware practice

Book online via the Book now button for fastest access. Members may book by phone or WhatsApp for direct appointments.

Next steps for Barnet residents

If you need quick GP access, a second opinion or more time with a doctor, click Book now to arrange your appointment at our Edgeware clinic. We’ll confirm what to bring, how we’ll share results with your NHS GP and any follow‑up plan we recommend. For ongoing care choose a package or membership to book the same named doctor for continuity.