Self Referral
Most referrals to other specialists will require you seeing or speaking with a GP. However, there are a number of local services, listed below, that you are able to make self referrals to.
Suffering with Hearing Loss ?
Have others been complaining that you do not hear them? Perhaps you raise the TV much louder than they like? Maybe you find certain situations difficult like noisy restaurants or hearing the grandchildren? Click on website below for an NHS funded hearing test and if appropriate will fit NHS funded hearing aids for you. We can usually see you within 7 days. There is no need for a GP referral ! Call us for an appointment and we arrange all with the NHS. This service is only for those 55+
01865 507280
Healthier Together app
The NHS Healthier Together app has been designed to allow you to access care for your child much more easily. If your child is unwell and needs to be seen by a healthcare professional, instead of having to call your GP surgery, your surgery may offer you the option to use the app to directly inform them about your child’s symptoms. They will then contact you to decide what needs to be done. If you are seeking help when your GP surgery is shut, it will direct you to nhs 111.
Badger Notes – self refer your pregnancy
Oxford University Hospitals is an NHS service providing a single point of access for all maternity referrals in the Oxfordshire County. The aim is to make sure you have access to the right care from day one. Oxford University Hospitals will triage your referral based on the information you provide. If you have any health conditions or concerns please book an appointment with your GP to discuss.
Oxfordshire Social Services
If you need to contact the Adult Social and Health Care for help or to arrange an assessment, visit the website below.
Podiatry
For self-referral to Podiatry please complete the form linked below. Please Note: We do not treat verrucae (warts), fungal nails, normal nails or provide surgical shoes.
Oxfordshire Sexual Health Services
At Oxfordshire Sexual Health Service (OSHS), we provide free sexual health screening (tests), treatment, contraception and advice. We also provide care and treatment for people living with HIV.We are committed to providing sexual health services to everybody – whatever their age, gender or sexuality. For more information, see confidentiality & safeguarding and inclusion.Remember, most infections ARE curable, don’t delay getting tested.
01865 231231
Oxfordshire Association for the Blind
Oxfordshire Association for the Blind (OAB) is a life-enhancing charity supporting children and adults who are blind or partially sighted throughout Oxfordshire.Sight loss can be a devastating and challenging reality for thousands of people in our local communities and OAB is committed to promoting independence and opportunities for people with severe or partial sight impairments, and in helping them and their carers to access any support they may need.
01865 725595
Talking Therapies
We offer a range of FREE talking therapies to over 16,000 people a year across Oxfordshire.We are part of the NHS and offer services to patients registered with an Oxfordshire GP. We have a team of therapists from a variety of backgrounds, age groups, and cultures.Our team is made up of many different staff with a range of work experience and training.
01865 901 222
NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme (NHS DPP)
The NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme identifies patients who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes and refers them to a behaviour change programme.The programme currently consists of face-to-face appointments, where patients get tailored, individualised help such as lifestyle education, advice on how to lose weight healthily and sustainably, and a personalised exercise programme. All of these interventions have been shown together to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes developing.
Eye Problems and Emergencies
The Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS) provides assessment and treatment for people with recently occurring minor eye conditions.
Accredited optometrists (also known as opticians) across Oxfordshire who have specialist knowledge, equipment, training and skills.Minor eye conditions that can be treated by the service include but are not limited to:Red eye or eyelids
Dry, gritty, irritable and uncomfortable eyes
Significant recent sticky or watery discharge from the eye
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)
CAMHS is an NHS mental health care service specialising in children and adolescents. They provide a variety of treatments and services to support patients and their families.The team consists of doctors, nurses, therapists, social workers and other mental health professionals and they work with patients aged 0-18 years. CAMHS support covers a vast range of conditions including depression, autistic spectrum disorder, problems with food, self-harm, abuse, violence or anger.
01865 902 515
Social Prescribing (Age UK)
Social prescribing is a free service run by Age UK that offers a range of local, non-medical
activities that can help to improve your health and support you to make the most of life.
Social prescribing works to connect you to local, community sector organisations, activities,
opportunities and support, aiming to take a more holistic approach to your health and
wellbeing.
01235 849 434
Get Oxfordshire Active (GO Active)
GO Active is a county-wide initiative to support adults over the age of 16 into getting more active.Through partnerships with leisure providers, local authorities and other deliverers, the initiative makes a variety of exercise types more accessible to everyone.They offer many programmes within the initiative, including GO Active Get Healthy with Diabetes, GO Active Gold, GO Active Healthy Mind and Disability & Inclusive Activities.
Connect Health Musculoskeletal Service
Connect Health provides a comprehensive variety of treatments for musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions and symptoms. As an NHS provider, the service is free of charge and clinics are held in a number of locations across Oxfordshire. You can find out more about Connect Health and what they offer.
01865 634 336
Papyrus – Prevention of Young Suicide
PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide is the UK charity dedicated to the prevention of suicide and the promotion of positive mental health and emotional wellbeing in young people. We believe that no young person should have to struggle alone with thoughts of suicide.
0800 068 4141
NHS stop smoking services help you quit – Quit smoking
Local stop smoking services are free, friendly and can massively boost your chances of quitting for good.
0300 123 1044
Marie Stopes UK
You don’t need a GP referral to access NHS funded abortion care.We've been helping people with their reproductive health options for over 40 years. We provide NHS-funded and self-funded abortion and vasectomy care through our network of local clinics all over England. You can give us a call whenever you need us. Our advice line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
0345 300 8090
Find a psychological therapies service in England
You can refer yourself directly to a psychological therapies service (IAPT) without seeing your GP.These services offer therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), for common problems including: stress, anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and phobias