How can I get a full health MOT without ringing my evil GP's secretary?

[NeedAnMOT]

I have a few long running health issues that I would like to get checked out but have put off as I don't like trying to book into my GPs! I know that sounds daft , am a typical don't want to bother my gp type but now am quite mad with myself and bulldog type receptionists for not getting an appointment!

So how can I get a long check up, really don't know - like a private GP or something maybe? Or should I just move GPs??

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You can get health screenings at private hospitals, but of course you have to pay for those.

if you have long running issues, why not make an appt specifically about those? because it might be something that wouldn't show up at a general check up.

Are they quite expensive?

tbh if it wasn't a shocking amount I would probably pay as I want to have an appointment where I get chance to discuss everything and the doctor will make time for me.

"Hello I should like to make a double appointment with my GP within the next 2 weeks please"

a double appointment is so that they have enough time

when receptionist asks you what for, say you would prefer to speak directly to the doctor thank you and when could they sort out an appointment for

£75 is about average for a BUPA check up. But why don't you go to your well woman clinic at the hospital instead?

bupa health checks £460

Personally though, I'd call the receptionist and say 'that's none of your sodding business' if she asked why. Or tell her you've got something stuck up your arse - her nose.

I have had a few problems since having my son who is almost 2 and a half but doctor is comletely unaware as can never get in to see him! [mad]

ok deep breath here are my health probs:
depression (quite bad recently)
almost certain I have BV or other infection
may have slight prolapse (rang nhs direct foradvice on this as have all symptoms and a doctor rang me back and said I was too young wtf!)

How come mine was so cheap then. I must have had a skanky cut price one.....

Mind you that was five years ago, but surely that's the full bob martin's rather than the general health check?

Actually you could always apply for health insurance, if you have any past history they ask you to go for a free healthcheck with a private doctor anyway, then you just flinch at the costs and run away.

What's BV?

Look .. you do not need to tell a receptionist why you want an appointment

be friendly and firm

or get a friend to make the appointment for you

what is a well woman clinic never heard of one?

wmmchoc - pmsl!

Double appointment may be worth a try I guess

well woman clinic

do a google search for your area

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