About us

The Rapid Access Clinic at The Physicians’ Clinic provides fast, specialist-led assessment for patients who need urgent medical attention without requiring emergency care. The clinic offers same-day or next-day appointments with experienced consultants in acute and general medicine, ensuring patients are seen promptly and efficiently.

Designed as a one-stop clinic for consultation, diagnosis and treatment, the service enables patients to access on-site diagnostics, including blood tests, imaging and ECGs, often on the same day. Results are typically available within a short timeframe, allowing for rapid clinical decision-making and early treatment planning.

The clinic is suitable for adults experiencing a wide range of medical concerns, including:

• Acute illnesses or flare-ups of chronic conditions
• Cardiac symptoms such as arrhythmias or severe hypertension
• Respiratory conditions including pneumonia or COPD
• Gastrointestinal, liver and hepatobiliary conditions
• Infections or general medical issues
• Follow-up after recent hospital discharge

Clinician referral to Rapid Access Clinic is required, with a dedicated team coordinating appointments, investigations and follow-up care through a single point of contact. This streamlined pathway helps reduce delays and avoids unnecessary hospital admissions where possible.

With access to over 60 specialist consultants across multiple disciplines, the Rapid Access Clinic delivers coordinated, patient-centred care, ensuring a clear diagnosis and treatment plan is established quickly, with continuity into further outpatient or inpatient care if required.

Clinic timings:

Ad hoc appointments available by arrangement