Same day GP appointment
If you’re feeling unwell and you think you need urgent assistance, we’ve got you covered. We aim to accommodate urgent appointments on the same day that you contact us subject to availability.
Not only that, but we can also provide sickness certificates and fit notes † for the problem/illness you’re attending your appointment about if, it is decided you’re unable to work or if advice needs to be given to your employer regarding your fitness to work. We can also provide fit notes for work. We’ll just need to diagnosis your symptoms and advise how long we think you should be off work, or confirm if you’re well enough to return.
We’re unable to issue certificates retrospectively for an illness that was not assessed by one of our doctors unless you have a recent letter from your specialist or discharge information from a recent hospital admission. Sick certificates/fit notes will usually only be issued for short periods of time. We are unable except in exceptional circumstances to issue long-term certificates for chronic ongoing medical problems. These will need to be obtained from your NHS GP.
Bupa doesn’t issue certificates or letters for individuals regarding their fitness to undertake sporting events or activities.
† Only if you have consulted us for this illness, as the certificate cannot be provided to certify a retrospective illness that was not assessed by a Bupa doctor unless you have a consultant letter or evidence of a hospital admission.
^Lines are open 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, we are closed on weekends.
We can provide:
- A same day GP appointment subject to availability
- A sick note for work, providing we assess your current illness – a sick note cannot be provided to certify a retrospective illness
- A fit note for work, certifying your ability to return to work
Seasonal flu
Every year many people will fall ill with flu during the flu season. Although common, there are ways to avoid it. That’s why we’ve provided all you need to know about the flu, from prevention to recognising the symptoms and what to do if you should get it.
Health assessments
If you’d like a more comprehensive picture of your health and any potential health risks our selection of health assessments might be a good option for you. You’ll get time with one of our health advisers who’ll help you with practical ways to become healthier and fitter. Then depending upon what product you choose, you may get time with a Bupa GP to discuss any health concerns that you have.
Find a private GP near me
View our health centre pages below or call us for advice on 0330 305 9810^
Bupa Health Centre - Basinghall Street, City of London
Bupa Health Centre - Bristol
Bupa Health Centre - Canary Wharf (Crossrail Place), London
Bupa Health Centre - Leeds
Bupa Health Centre - Reading
Bupa Health Centre - Solihull
Bupa Health Centre - West End, London
Our centre is conveniently located near Oxford Street tube station. Car parking facilities in the local area are limited. The nearest car park is situated in Berners Street about three minutes walk away.
Call us on 0333 305 9810^
Lines are open 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, we are closed on weekends.^ We may record or monitor our calls.
Bupa GP appointments are only available to persons aged 18 years and older.
Bupa Private GP Services are provided by Bupa Occupational Health Limited. Registered in England and Wales No. 631336. Registered office: 1 Angel Court, London, EC2R 7HJ.
