World-Class Care for International Patients

At Rubicon Private Health, we welcome patients from around the world seeking expert, compassionate, and evidence-based medical care. Our team ensures a smooth experience from your first inquiry to follow-up care, offering exceptional consultations, thorough investigations, and individualized treatment plans tailored to your needs.

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Private GP Services for International Patients

Fast, high-quality medical care for visitors, overseas residents, and anyone not eligible for NHS treatment

The NHS provides excellent care for UK residents, but many international visitors find they are not eligible for free treatment — especially for ongoing medical issues, repeat prescriptions, or non-urgent conditions.

If you are visiting the UK, studying here, working temporarily, or returning from abroad without UK residency status, we can provide the medical support you need without delays.

We understand the unique needs of international patients — from navigating unfamiliar healthcare systems to needing flexibility around travel, work, and family commitments. At The Forbury Clinic, appointments can often be scheduled at short notice, with diagnostics and treatments coordinated quickly and efficiently. Our team is committed to ensuring you receive comprehensive, evidence-based care in a calm and professional setting, with clear communication every step of the way.

Advanced Medical Facilities

Who We See

1. Tourists and short-term visitors

If you are in the UK for a holiday or short visit (typically less than six months), the NHS may charge for many services.

We can assess and treat:

New medical problems
Existing chronic conditions
Medication reviews
Repeat prescriptions (where appropriate)
Minor illnesses
Travel-related concerns
Mental health support
Blood tests and diagnostics

Medical Support for Visitors, Expats, and Temporary Residents

2. Former UK residents now living abroad

British citizens who have moved abroad are often surprised to learn they are not automatically entitled to free NHS care when returning for visits. If you need treatment while in the UK, we can provide private GP care quickly and safely.

3. International students and professionals

If you are temporarily in the UK for work or study and need medical treatment without waiting, we can help with:

Ongoing medical conditions
Mental health support
Private prescriptions
Referral letters
Sick notes
Medical certificates

Healthcare and Documentation Without Eligibility Barriers

4. Visitors from countries without reciprocal agreements

Healthcare access varies depending on your home country’s agreement with the UK. We can provide private care if you are not entitled to NHS treatment.

5. People needing services the NHS does not provide

Even UK residents sometimes need private services for:

Private sick notes
Insurance medicals
Visa medicals
Travel letters
Non-NHS paperwork
Reports for employers or universities

We can provide these promptly.

Understanding Who Is and Is Not Entitled to NHS Treatment

Why Some Visitors Are Not Eligible for NHS Treatment

Understanding NHS eligibility can be confusing

People often need private care when they are:

Not “ordinarily resident” in the UK
Staying temporarily (tourists, short visits, short-term work)
Living abroad permanently and returning only for visits
In the UK without valid immigration status
Coming from countries without reciprocal healthcare agreement

The NHS may charge for non-urgent care in these situations.

Private GP services provide a clear, immediate alternative.

Your Trusted GP with 25 Years of Experience

What We Can Help With

We offer medical support for a wide range of concerns:

General medical issues
Chronic disease management
Medication reviews and safe prescriptions (case-by-case)
Mental health assessments
Skin conditions
Weight loss and metabolic assessments
Fatigue and tiredness investigations
Fibromyalgia and complex symptom evaluation
Women’s health and men’s health
Blood tests (same-day where available)
Private referrals to specialists
Sick notes and medical reports

We also provide face-to-face, video and telephone consultations depending on your location.

Care the NHS Provides Free of Charge to All Visitors

What the NHS Still Provides Free to Everyone

Certain NHS services remain free for all overseas visitors, including:

People often need private care when they are:

A&E care before admission
Treatment for specific infectious diseases
Sexual health services
Treatment related to torture, domestic or sexual violence, or FGM
Family planning services

What the NHS Still Provides Free to Everyone

Why Choose us

Why International Patients Choose Rubicon Private Health

Same-day or next-day appointments
Longer, unhurried consultations
A doctor who listens, explains and takes your concerns seriously
Fast access to blood tests, prescriptions and referrals
Transparent fees
Clear communication and written treatment plans
A comfortable clinic environment in Reading, UK

Whether you are visiting the UK temporarily or staying for several months, you will receive safe, modern, patient-centred care.