There has been unprecedented demand for ADHD diagnosis and treatment nationally and locally across all age groups. There is not enough capacity within the system to carry out these assessments. In addition to the demand, there are difficulties in supply of ADHD medication with national advice not to initiate many of the ADHD medication treatment. With such a significant mismatch in capacity and demand there is an urgent need to prioritise complex and at-risk patients. With this in mind, we would be grateful if you could review these useful websites for practical support on ADHD.
Referrals
Herts Valleys Integrated Musculoskeletal Service
Most referrals to other specialists will require you seeing or speaking with a GP, however, there are services locally that you are able to make self-referrals to. Click on the link below for more information.
NHS e-Referral Tracking
If your doctor has referred you to a specialist for further care you will be asked to book your appointment using the ‘NHS e-Referral’ system.
You will receive a letter from us within 2 weeks giving details of how to book your appointment and any passwords you may need.
To track your e-Referral you will need the following details to log into the e-Referral website:
- Your date of birth
- Reference number – this will be on the first page of your letter
- Password – this will be on the second page of your letter
To track an e-Referral, click here.
Gynae Rapid Access Clinic - Patient Information
Your GP has requested an appointment for you at our gynaecology rapid access clinic. This is because they have concerns about your symptoms, and/or an unusual finding on your ultrasound scan, and would like you to have further tests.
In the clinic you will see a gynaecologist through the ‘two-week wait’ appointments system. This NHS system is designed to make sure that patients with symptoms that may be caused by a cancer are seen quickly by a specialist team.