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:
- phone us on 01384 458 229 or visit the surgery
Provide as much information as you can as this will help us to process your request.
Tracking a referral
To track an existing referral:
- fill out a track a referral form
- phone us on 01384 458 229 or visit the surgery
If your referral was requested by the local hospital, please contact the department/ ward that referred you.
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 e-Referral website.