What happens when your doctor asks you to see a specialist?

Document first published:: 9 August 2018
Page updated:: 9 August 2018
Topic:: General practice, Patient care
Publication type:: Guidance

These documents are translated versions of the ‘What happens when your doctor asks you to see a specialist?’ leaflet, which describes what you can expect to happen when your GP refers you to see a specialist or consultant, at a hospital or a community health centre.