At Private GP Lincs, our Extended/Initial Consultation is designed for patients who need a longer GP appointment, particularly where more time is required to understand the concern properly.

This appointment includes 30 minutes of patient-facing time with the GP, with a further 10 minutes allocated for clinical administration. This allows the clinician time to complete any necessary notes, prescriptions, referrals, forms, letters, or follow-up actions after your consultation.

This appointment is most appropriate for new patients, complex or ongoing concerns, multiple issues, second opinions, or appointments where a more detailed review is needed.

For one straightforward concern, a GP-arranged follow-up, or an acute issue that can be safely assessed within a shorter appointment, a Standard GP Consultation may be more appropriate.

What to Expect

From the moment you book, our team will ensure your visit runs smoothly. You will be greeted by our receptionist, who will confirm your details and any relevant information for your appointment.

During your consultation, the GP will take time to listen to your concerns, review relevant medical history, complete an appropriate clinical assessment, and discuss your options.

Depending on your needs, this may include advice, reassurance, treatment, a private prescription, further investigations, referral, or a follow-up plan.

What is an Extended/Initial Consultation suitable for?

An Extended/Initial Consultation is best suited to appointments where more time is needed, including:

First appointments with Private GP Lincs

Multiple concerns you would like to discuss

Complex or ongoing medical problems

Symptoms affecting more than one area of health

Mental health concerns requiring a fuller discussion

Menopause, hormone, weight management, or long-term condition reviews

Second opinions

Detailed medication reviews

Review of previous results, letters, or medical history

Referral discussions where more background is required

Appointments likely to require a detailed letter, form, report, or onward referral

This appointment type is recommended where a shorter consultation may not allow enough time to safely and thoroughly assess your concerns.

When is a Standard GP Consultation more appropriate?

A Standard GP Consultation may be more suitable if you have one clear, focused concern that can be assessed within a shorter appointment.

This may include:

A GP-arranged follow-up

A straightforward acute concern

Discussion of a single recent test result

Simple advice, reassurance, or treatment planning

A single issue where your medical background is already clear

If you are unsure which appointment to book, our team can help guide you.

Key Benefits

Longer appointment for complex, multiple, or first-time concerns

30 minutes of patient-facing GP consultation time

Additional time included for clinical administration

Suitable for second opinions and ongoing health issues

More time to review relevant medical history

Clear discussion of treatment options and next steps

Calm, private environment with minimal waiting times

Continuity with the same GP wherever possible

What’s Included

30 minutes of patient-facing GP time

10 minutes of clinical administration

GP-led in-person consultation

Review of relevant medical history

Assessment of complex, multiple, or ongoing concerns

Advice, reassurance, or treatment plan

Clinical notes and documentation

Private prescription, test request, letter, form, or referral where clinically appropriate

Follow-up recommendations where required