Spire GP - private GP services
At Spire GP we provide quick and easy access to private GP services - when you need it. There are a range of Spire GP appointment times available, including same day, for adults at Spire Washington Hospital.
30 minute appointments are £110
Coronavirus (COVID-19) information for patients and visitors
We do not offer Covid-19 testing as part of our private GP service.
We’ll be postponing some of our services in line with new clinical guidance. This will affect patients over the age of 70, those affected by an underlying health condition, pregnant, or anyone else who is offered a flu jab by the NHS.
Please do not book or attend an appointment if you have coronavirus symptoms - a high temperature, a new, continuous cough or a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste and follow the current government advice about staying at home. Please read the latest coronavirus (COVID-19) information.
Virtual consultation appointments with a private GP
You will be offered a video appointment as most consultations are taking place as virtual appointments.
You'll be asked to list your symptoms as part of your booking and you will receive a call from us to discuss these before your appointment. If you need tests following your virtual consultation you might need to attend the hospital and you will be screened upon arrival.
Appointment cost:
£110
Appointments for children:
No
Clinic days:
Monday
Clinic times:
6pm - 8pm
Is Spire GP right for you?
Spire GPs can help with a wide array of issues.
There are some services not offered by Spire GP. Please check what's included below before booking an appointment to avoid disappointment.
Book an appointment
Once you are ready to book an appointment, view the dates and times available. You can now book same day appointments online. If you couldn’t find a suitable time, call us on 0191 448 9358 to check availability.
Follow up appointments are not available to book online but you can contact the hospitals directly to arrange these.
Your Spire GP appointment
We'll send a health questionnaire to save time on the day.
You'll have a 30 minute appointment giving you plenty of time to discuss your concerns and symptoms without feeling rushed.
Important information about Covid-19 tests
Spire Washington Hospital is situated in a quiet residential area the hospital has extensive grounds which create a relaxing atmosphere for both patients and visitors alike. The hospital is within easy reach of the A1(M), close to Durham, Newcastle and Sunderland.
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Does seeing a Spire GP affect my relationship with my NHS GP?
Having a Spire GP appointment does not result in any changes to the care you receive from your NHS GP and we recommend that you remain registered with your local NHS practice to ensure assistance in the event of a medical emergency.
Spire GP is not an alternative for emergency services
Please remember, Spire GP should not be seen as an alternative for emergency services. In the event of an emergency call 111 or 999 if you are within the United Kingdom.
What's not
- 24-hour health cover or emergency service
- DVLA, visa or other specific medical checks
- Repeat prescriptions, except where we have initiated treatment, or (exceptionally) in an emergency.
- Minor surgery
- Ongoing monitoring of long-term conditions where the NHS might be a more appropriate provider of this chronic disease management service.
- To be treated for a reaction to any prescribed medication (this would be deemed an emergency
- To routinely use the service for ‘sick’ notes for conditions Spire GP is not treating
- We do not offer Covid-19 testing
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Important information about Covid-19 tests
Spire Washington Hospital is only able to provide Covid-19 tests to patients undergoing surgery at our hospital. Covid-19 testing or antibody tests are not available as a standalone service.