Private Medical Certificate (Short-term Sick Note)
Certification for acute illnesses (e.g., viral URTI, gastroenteritis, migraine) preventing work for 1–21 days.
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Certification for acute illnesses (e.g., viral URTI, gastroenteritis, migraine) preventing work for 1–21 days.
Documentation confirming the patient is required to care for an immediate family member who is unwell.
Extending a current sick note for ongoing/predictable conditions where a full re-consultation is not clinically necessary.
Medical confirmation that a patient has recovered sufficiently to resume duties (often required by HR post-surgery or contagious illness).
Private note confirming reported symptoms for the first 7 days of illness (for employers who do not accept standard self-certification).
Documents required for travel, focusing on stability and medication carriage.
Confirmation of general health or recovery from minor illness for travel purposes.
ExclusionsRecent major surgery, chest trauma, unstable cardiac conditions.
For travel between 28–36 weeks of pregnancy.
RequirementPatient must upload recent maternity notes/scan reports to confirm due date and uncomplicated status.
Official letter for customs explaining the medical necessity of carrying controlled drugs (e.g., ADHD stimulants, strong opiates) or injectables (e.g., Insulin, EpiPens).
RequirementProof of prescription or photo of medication box with pharmacy label required.
Specific letter confirming lesions have crusted over and the patient is no longer infectious for travel.
Low-risk assessments based on medical history and self-declaration.
Evidence for missed exams or extensions due to acute illness or mental health crises.
GP sign-off on standard health questionnaires for new jobs (excluding roles requiring physicals like HGV/Aviation).
Clearance for charity runs, marathons, or organized treks.
ExclusionsHigh-altitude or extreme endurance events requiring cardiac stress testing.
Review and sign-off of medical history forms for summer camps or overseas volunteering programs.
Quality of life and administrative support documentation.
Medical evidence to terminate a contract due to injury, surgery, or chronic illness preventing facility use.
Medical proof to claim a refund on tickets (concerts, flights, theater) due to sudden illness.
A summary of current health conditions and medication for housing applications, simple visa requirements, or adoption agencies.
Completion of the medical attendant section for private medical insurance claims (e.g., travel cancellation claims, income protection for minor illness).
Facilitating private secondary care.
A formal professional letter detailing history and reason for referral to a private specialist (e.g., Dermatology, Orthopaedics, ENT).
A referral letter is a document provided by a doctor to guide further specialized medical treatment.
We offer same day fit to fly certificates for urgent travel needs, subject to a quick assessment.
Yes, our fit notes and certificates are professionally recognized and compliant with international standards.
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