PATIENT INFO

PATIENT FAQS

Can I call on behalf of someone else?

If you or your friend/relative requires a private referral you can call or e-mail us using the Make an Appointment Form. Please note that we will need personal and medical information to ensure the patient sees the most appropriate specialist. Alternatively, we can give you names and numbers of consultants appropriate for you or your relative if you would prefer to make the appointment yourself.

How quickly would the patient be seen if the problem is urgent?

Within 24 to 48 hours.

How do I know you will send my patient to the appropriate specialist?

The information we have includes the individual Consultant's special interests.

What is the criteria for granting practising privileges for specialists at your hospitals?

Doctors who work within HCA have to have held or hold a substantive NHS post. They must provide extensive documentation, proof of qualification, speciality and insurance cover. HCA has an accreditation process to ensure information is current and the hospitals Medical Advisory Committees approve all applications.