Referrals

Self referrals

There are a number of services locally that you are able to make self referrals to.

GP referrals

To request a GP referral:

Provide as much information as you can as this will help us to process your request.

The majority of our patient referrals go through Devon Referral Support Services (DRSS), who support the GP referral process from referrer to the first out-patient appointment. Where appropriate, they offer a choice of location, date, and time for your appointment.

Patient self referral

Sexual Health clinics run at Liskeard Hospital every first and third Friday of the month in the afternoons. Patients must self refer by calling 01872 255 044 to book an appointment.

Family Planning Clinics run at Liskeard Hospital every Thursday evening between 6:15pm to 8:15pm. Patients must self refer by calling 01872 255 044 to book an appointment.

Physiotherapy Clinics run locally at Liskeard Hospital – further details, including a self-referral form (MSK patient assessment questionnaire self referral form), can be found online at www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/physiotherapy. Alternatively call 01579 373560 or visit the reception desk at Liskeard hospital to obtain a paper copy of the self referral form. Please note that patients under 16 years of age or anyone presenting with back or neck pain will require a referral from the GP. To book an appointment for our in house physiotherapy assessment service, where you will be assessed and offered advice on exercises and treatment for a range of musculoskeletal problems, please call the surgery on 01579 324 252. These appointments are for an initial assessment and advice only, if further treatment is required you will be referred to the physiotherapy service at Liskeard hospital.

Outlook South West offer psychological therapy services for people over the age of 16. You can self refer for NHS funded therapies by contacting them on 01208 871905 or filling out their online self referral form.

Cornwall healthy weight can offer support with weight management, healthy eating and physical activity. You can self refer by calling them on 01209 313419 or filling out their online self referral form.

For more information regarding any referrals, please contact the practice.

Pregnancy advice

BPAS (British Pregnancy Advisory Service) to self-refer please call 03457 304 030. Patients will be offered a choice of clinics but our patients are usually seen at Mount Gould Hospital.

Derriford now offer a Self-Referral Service at pregnancy advisory, Level 5, Derriford Hospital. It is a free, confidential, friendly and professional service where counselling is available. Please call 01752 431 129 for an appointment.

Tracking a referral

To track an existing referral:

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