Frequently Asked Questions ?

Where can I find a Private GP in Belfast?

Belfast Private GP provides flexible, quick and affordable Private GP health-care services. We are based at 370-372 Cregagh Road In East Belfast, BT6 9EY.

What is Belfast Private GP?

Belfast Private GP is a recently established private GP service in NI, which aims to help improve the health and meet the need of the local community.  Our team of GPs have gained extensive knowledge of the community, whilst working in General Practice in Belfast over the past 15 years.

Can I see a GP privately in Northern Ireland?

Belfast Private GP offers private GP appointments in Northern Ireland.  Our private doctors offer in person and remote GP consultations and other services to patients in Northern Ireland.  We are conveniently located in East Belfast. We can also offer remote consultations to patients anywhere in NI.

What is a Private GP?

In Northern Ireland, most patients have free access to an NHS GP. 

A private GP is a General Practitioner doctor that charges a fee for providing services, such as GP consultations.

Why pay to see a private GP in Belfast?

Some patients, for example those from Overseas, may not be entitled to free NHS care, and may be required to pay for access to a GP in Northern Ireland.

Due to long-term under-investment, many GP practices are under increasing pressure, leading some practices to close, and other practices reducing the services that they are able to provide.  Many patients therefore may have difficulty booking a consultation with their NHS practice. Many patients may also have difficulty accessing specialised GP services such as Joint injections or Minor surgery.

Belfast Private GP offers an extensive array of services for patients to access. We offer private GP consultations and other services, with flexibility in terms of availability and the type of consultation you require.  Our fees are competitively priced.

Will accessing Belfast Private GP affect my NHS GP?

No. 

Belfast Private GP services are available to patients whether they are registered with an NHS GP or not.  Accessing private GP services does not affect your right to remain registered and access care through your NHS GP as normal

With your permission, we can send details of your consultations to your NHS GP, so that it can be added to your NHS GP medical record. Appointments can also be kept confidential if you prefer.

How can I book an appointment?

You can make an appointment using our Online booking system.  If you are not sure what service you require, please contact us by completing our contact form or by sending an E-mail,

How does a private GP appointment work?

Book an appointment via our website and come along to our premises for your appointment.  No long queues or long waits.  If you prefer a remote appointment, just select an appointment type to suit your needs.  If you want some more information before booking, just drop us an email or fill in our contact form.

Do I have to pay for A Private Prescription?

Unlike many other private providers,  Belfast Private GP does not charge for issuing an initial private prescription.  The cost of issuing a private prescription is included in the cost of your consultation. 

The pharmacy will however, charge the cost of the medicine that has been prescribed.

Medicines issued on NHS prescription by an  NHS GP are usually free, however some medicines (such as drugs for erectile dysfunction) may not be provided for free by the NHS.

If you require a Repeat prescription, you can schedule a follow up GP consultation. Alternatively, we may be able to provide a 'Repeat' of  some prescriptions without the need for a follow up appointment.  A GP must review the request and be content that it is safe and appropriate for a repeat prescription to be issued and signed.  We therefore charge a small fee of £25 for provision of a repeat prescription. 

Does Belfast Private GP offer consultations for children?

Yes. We offer GP consultations and many  other services, for example vaccinations

Do I need to register with Belfast Private GP?

No, appointments are available  with a Belfast Private GP to patients without needing to register.  We will take demographic details at the time of booking.

How much does a Private GP cost?

The cost of a Belfast Private GP consultation is £59, for a standard 15 minute face to face consultation.  Remote 10 minute consultations start from £49. Fees are higher for Longer consultations and for some of our additional services, for example minor surgery.

Is it worth seeing a private GP in NI?

Belfast Private GP offers competitively priced GP consultations, and allows you to book a GP consultation at a time that suits you.  We also offer an extended range of GP services that many NHS GPs may not provide, for example Minor Surgery.

Private GP Northern Ireland

We offer private doctor appointments in Northern Ireland for patients seeking GP consultation or enhanced GP services including Joint injections, minor surgery, weight loss management services, menopause advice, and much more. Please explore our website to see the full range of services we provide

Can you use Belfast Private GP if you don't live in Belfast?

Yes.  Provided you are currently physically in NI, you can use our service.

Does Belfast Private GP offer face to face / in-person consultations?

Yes, the majority of our consultations are in-person.  You can schedule an appointment easily using our online booking system on this web-site.  But if preferred or more convenient, we are happy to provide our services virtually.

Does Belfast Private GP offer weight loss injections?

Yes, Belfast Private GP can prescribe treatments (including GLP1 injections), to patients who meet eligibility criteria, following a comprehensive GP assessment. Visit our weight loss page to find out more. This service is currently paused due to a world -wide shortage of these treatments.