Self Referrals

Please take time to read the following information on self referrals.  By using these services yourself, it should free up some well needed Doctor’s appointment and ring backs.

ACCESS TO INFORMATION OVER 65’S

If you require any information on the below please contact 02837564300 Monday-Friday 9-5pm.  Or out of hours please call 02895049999.

  • Continence
  • Social Services
  • Occupational Services

ACTION CANCER – BREASTS SCREENING 40-49, 65+

Please contact 02838347083 which is the southern trust contact number for breast screening information.

COUNSELLING

Please google local counselling charities

PEAR (ACUTE EYE PROBLEMS)

Are you concerned about a sudden eye problem?  You can access local Optometrist services within 48 hours, to have your eyes assessed and where possible treated on no cost.  For full details please click on the following link.

http://www.hscboard.hscni.net/for-sudden-eye-problems-use-ni-pears/

PHYSIOTHERAPY – MUSCULOSKELETAL PHYSIOTHERAPY

If you are registered with a GP in the Southern Trust, over 16 and have a back or neck problem, a joint/muscular pain or have had a recent injury such as a sprain, then self-referral is for you.  This referral option is NOT available if you are under the care of a consultant for this problem, or if you have a neurological/respiratory/continence conditions.  If you have pregnancy related pain please ask you GP/Midwife to direct you to the appropriate service.  You can self refer on line at:

http://www.southerntrust.hscni.net/

PREGNANCY

As soon as you have a positive pregnancy test you can self-refer for maternity care.  Please complete the form via the link below:

http://www.southerntrust.hscni.net/pdf/Self%20Referral%20Form%203.07.19.docx