Your questions answered

These are the most commonly asked questions that can help you with. However, this list is by no means exhaustive. If you do not find the information you need here, please feel free to call us on 01483 207 272.

Do I need to have private medical insurance to be treated at the Guildford Clinic?
No, we are open to everyone.

Will I always need to go to my GP to get a referral?
For most procedures, a GP referral is required. This is for your benefit as your GP has access to your medical history, which will be helpful to your consultant and us. There are some treatments available without a GP referral and we will be happy to advise you of these.

Can I be treated at the Guildford Clinic if I live abroad?
We treat many patients from overseas including patients who cannot obtain a specific treatment in their own country, or simply those wishing to be treated in the UK.

If you would like to receive treatment in the UK, please call us on 01483 207 272 .

Can I book directly with the Guildford Clinic?
While most surgical procedures will require a GP referral, there are some treatments and services that can be booked directly.

Please call us on 01483 207 272 for more information.

How can I pay for my treatment?
There are a number of different payment options. Click here  for more information.

Can I have in-patient treatment at the Guildford Clinic?
No. However, while the Guildford Clinic caters for day-patients, we can arrange for our consultants to treat you at a Nuffield Hospital.

Can I have visitors during my stay?
While you will not be staying overnight at the Guildford Clinic, visitors are welcome at any time of day, as long as it does not interfere with your treatment and recovery.

How much will it cost?
Costs will vary depending on the treatment.

When can I be treated?
We can schedule appointment times that best suit your needs.

If you are a NHS Choose and Book patients, call our Choose and Book Centre on 01483 207 272 .

Can the NHS pay for my treatment?
As part of a government initiative to reduce NHS waiting lists, agreements exist between some NHS Trusts and the Guildford Clinic.

For some specialties, you might be offered a choice through Choose and Book to visit us for your treatment. This will dependent on the agreements with your local Primary Care Trust.

Please speak to your GP or contact your local NHS Trust to see what is available in your local area.

How can I find out more about consultants and what they do?
Click here for more information on our consultants, or call us on 01483 207 272.