GP Private Health launched online by Moray practitioner Dr David Mickel
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AT a time when GP practices have never been under greater pressure and people are understandably frustrated about the difficulty in getting appointments, how reassuring would it be to get access to a GP privately?
From common ailments to more complex conditions, NHS referrals and private prescriptions, Dr David Mickel provides a comprehensive service – all from the comfort of your own home or workplace.
As a locum who has worked at GP practices across Moray, and also in accident and emergency medicine at Moray's main hospital, his NHS experience spans more than 25 years.
And realising the anxiety people have when it comes to getting a GP appointment, he identified there was a "gap in the market" to provide patients with an alternative health service.
What the Covid pandemic confirmed to Dr Mickel was that 90% of cases can be handled efficiently and safely over the phone or by video consultation.
Technology gives people the freedom to speak to Dr Mickel from their home or workplace, without the need to attend at a practice or take time off.
He offers 15 minute and half hour appointments, and can offer consultations by email, phone and video link. He does not offer face-to-face appointments currently.
"I am experienced in every field of medicine," he said. "I am well trained in examining patients using video techniques."
You will receive confidential care from an experienced GP with full GMC registration.
Private and NHS referrals are available to your nearest specialist when needed.
Dr Mickel will inform your NHS doctor about the consultation if you ask and he says patients should view his medical care as a more accessible extension of their NHS care.
The benefit of going to Dr Mickel's private GP practice is you won't have to wait weeks for an appointment.
"There is a massive recruitment crisis in the NHS and general practice has become very difficult.
"It is said that Grampian has the highest level of practices handing back their contracts in Scotland."
He believes private GP businesses like his will ultimately ease some of the pressure on NHS and GP services.
For a reasonable fee you can get a quick, professional consultation and effective treatment, easing any worries you have.
Find out more at www.GPonlinemickelhealth.com
