What to expect

Conditions treated

How to access this service

To access this service, your GP or medical practitioner will need to send a referral letter to the hospital.

If there is no waiting list you will be offered an appointment by the hospital.

If there is a waiting list, you will receive a referral acceptance letter and be advised on what to do next. When an appointment becomes available, you will be contacted by the hospital with an offer of an appointment. You will need to confirm your ability to attend, or contact the hospital to arrange a more suitable time. If you do not confirm your ability to attend, the hospital will not be able to hold the appointment for you and will offer it to another patient. While waiting for an appointment, we ask that you contact the hospital to update your personal details if they have changed since your referral was accepted.

After your appointment

Your doctor may advise that you require surgery. If this is the case you will be placed on a surgical waiting list and may need to attend the Pre-admission Clinic before your surgery.