Requesting a referral
Self referrals
There are a number of services locally that you are able to make self referrals to.
- Anxiety
- Carers
- Drugs and alcohol
- Exercise
- Maternity
- Podiatry
- Sexual health
- Smoking cessation
- Young carers
- Youth counselling
- Weight management
GP referrals
To request a GP referral:
- fill out a referral request form
- phone us on 01384 569050 or visit the surgery
Provide as much information as you can as this will help us to process your request.
NHS e-Referral tracking
If your doctor has referred you to a specialist for further care you will be asked to book your appointment using the ‘NHS e-Referral’ system.
You will receive a letter from us within 2 weeks giving details of how to book your appointment and any passwords you may need.
To track your e-Referral log into the NHS e-Referral Service.
Tracking a referral
To track an existing referral:
- fill out a track a referral form
- phone us on 01384 569050 or visit the surgery
If your referral request was to your local hospital, you will need to contact them directly.