What we treat

Medicspot allows you to book same day private GP appointments at your local pharmacy. We use video conferencing and examination equipment which allows our doctors to treat 96% of health conditions, from aches and pains to mental health.

  • Aches and pains
    Arthritis, back pain, muscle sprains, etc.
  • Allergies
    Hay fever, house dust allergy, itchy eyes, etc.
  • Coughs
    Chest infections, asthma, pneumonia, reflux, etc.
  • Cold and flu
    Influenza, fever, etc.
  • Ear, nose and throat
    Sore throat, tonsillitis, ear infections, laryngitis, sinusitis, tinnitus, etc.
  • Eye problems
    Conjunctivitis, red eye, stye, blepharitis, etc.
  • Headaches
    Tension headache, migraine, etc.
  • Male sexual health
    Erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, etc.
  • Mental health
    Depression, stress, anxiety, etc.
  • Skin problems
    Rash, acne, eczema, fungal infection, hairloss, etc.
  • Urine infections
    Urinary tract infections, cystitis, incontinence, etc.
  • Female sexual health
    Contraceptive pill, Heavy Period, etc.
  • Feets and nails
    Nail infections, athlete’s foot, etc.
  • General wellbeing
    Weight loss, smoking cessation, etc.
  • Travel medicine
    Travel advice, travel anxiety, period delay, etc.

Making you healthier, faster

We believe convenient access to healthcare leads to a healthier, happier nation. That’s why we’ve designed the Medicspot Clinical Station - the safest way to see an online doctor.

Appointments
Book private doctor appointments at your local pharmacy clinic.
Examinations
Full clinical examinations with our state-of-the-art medical technology.
Prescriptions
Any prescribed medication will be ready to collect on your way out.
Referrals
Get ongoing care and support with specialist referral letters.
Sick notes
Our doctors can write fit for work or school notes as needed.
Blood tests
Our doctors can organise blood tests wherever you are. Call us on 020 3637 8398.

Treatment Guides

Tonsillitis symptoms and treatment

Tonsillitis symptoms often include a sore throat, swollen tonsils and fever. Viral tonsillitis is more common and doesn’t require antibiotic treatment.

Dr Maheinthan YogeswaranDr Maheinthan Yogeswaran

Tinnitus causes and treatment

Tinnitus can be caused by hearing loss, infection, earwax build-up and aging. If the cause is unknown, treatment may include a type of talking therapy.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Which STI test is best?

Where should you go to get tested for an STI? From visiting your nearest sexual health clinic to booking a private home nurse appointment, find out what type of STI test is best for you.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Sinusitis symptoms and treatment

Common sinusitis symptoms include a headache, blocked nose and face pain. Usually, sinusitis is a self-limiting condition that doesn’t need antibiotics.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Sick notes explained

Employers may ask for a doctor’s sick note if you’ve taken time off sick for more than 7 days in a row. Get a fit note from a Medicspot doctor today.

Dr Zubair AhmedDr Zubair Ahmed

Laryngitis symptoms and treatment

Laryngitis symptoms include a hoarse voice, persistent cough and sore throat. It’s only contagious if caused by a viral, bacterial or fungal infection.

Dr Faiza KhalidDr Faiza Khalid

GP referrals explained

Get a GP referral to a hospital, specialist, or other health professional from a Medicspot doctor.

Dr Zubair AhmedDr Zubair Ahmed

The flu (influenza)

Flu symptoms include a runny nose, sore throat, and fever. Most symptoms last for 7 days, but some may last up to 8 weeks. The flu jab can help protect against the virus in some groups of people.

Dr Zubair AhmedDr Zubair Ahmed

Fatigue symptoms, remedies and treatment

Fatigue is a common condition with feelings of extreme tiredness or a lack of energy. Fatigue can be caused by medical conditions, mental health conditions or lifestyle factors.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Ear infections symptoms and treatment

Ear infection symptoms vary depending on the part of the that’s infected (inner, middle or outer). They’re common in children but also affect adults.

Dr Sufian AliDr Sufian Ali

The contraceptive pill

Contraceptive pills are medicines containing hormones that you take by mouth to prevent pregnancy. Both the combined pill and the minipill are convenient and highly effective when used correctly.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Chest infection symptoms and treatment

Chest infection symptoms can include a persistent cough, fever and fatigue. Pneumonia is often caused by bacteria and may require antibiotic treatment.

Dr Sufian AliDr Sufian Ali

Birth control (pills, patches, implants and more)

Birth control, or contraception, is any method used to prevent pregnancy. Contraception options include birth control pills, the contraceptive implant, injection, patch and coil.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Asthma symptoms and treatment

Asthma symptoms include a tight chest, breathlessness, wheezing and coughing. Avoid triggers and use inhalers correctly to help prevent asthma attacks.

Dr Sufian AliDr Sufian Ali

Anxiety disorders, symptoms and treatments

Anxiety is a sense of panic, worry or fear and is a normal response to an unusual or stressful event. Common anxiety disorders include GAD, social anxiety, OCD and PTSD. Your GP can prescribe medication or refer you to a specialist for talking therapies.

Dr Abby HyamsDr Abby Hyams

Antibiotic resistance explained

Antibiotics are prescribed to treat some types of bacterial infection. Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria change in response to the use of these medicines.

Dr Zubair AhmedDr Zubair Ahmed

Acne causes and treatment

Acne is a common skin condition affecting babies, teenagers and adults. The 6 main types of spots are whiteheads, blackheads, papules, pustules, cysts and nodules. Acne treatment may include home remedies, topical creams, and oral medications.

Dr Faiza KhalidDr Faiza Khalid

What we can’t treat

Medicspot is not suitable for children under 5 years of age. The following conditions cannot be treated by Medicspot.

  • Suspected heart attack or severe chest pain
  • Neurological deficit or suspected stroke and seizures
  • Severe or heavy bleeding
  • Severe or sudden onset of pain
  • Severe mental health issues
  • Pregnancy related complications
  • Major trauma on any part of the body
  • Unrelenting high fever

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