For referring medical professionals
Clinical referrals for consultant review.
Guidance on the information required and the approved secure submission route.
Before submitting clinical information
A complete referral
supports an informed review.
Relevant history and current clinical information allow the consultant to assess suitability and determine the recommended next step.
Referral information
Information required for consultant review.
Use the following headings and include only documents relevant to the referral question.
Approved referral route: Contact practice administration to confirm the approved secure route.
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Referral question
Describe the presenting concern, duration and severity, effect on functioning, and the specialist opinion or treatment being requested.
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Young person and family details
Include identifying and contact details, parent or guardian information, and confirmation that the family is aware of the referral.
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Relevant background
Summarise developmental, medical, educational, family and psychiatric history, current medication, allergies and professionals already involved.
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Risk and safeguarding
Describe current or previous risk, protective factors, safeguarding concerns and action already taken.
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Supporting information
Attach relevant clinical correspondence, previous assessments, school reports or other requested documents using the approved secure route.
Secure submission
Submit clinical information through the approved route.
Use the secure referral route shown below. Contact practice administration if confirmation is required.
Contact practice administration for the current secure referral route.
Contact practice
Referral outcome
Review and next steps.
The consultant considers the referral question, available records and whether the young person’s needs fall within the service’s scope.
- Consultant review
- The consultant considers the referral and may ask the referrer to clarify the clinical question or provide additional relevant records.
- Accepted referral
- If accepted, the family receives the proposed assessment format, estimated waiting time, preparation requirements and fees.
- Professional communication
- With consent, relevant findings and recommendations are communicated to the referrer.
- Treatment arrangements
- Any prescribing, monitoring or shared‑care arrangements are agreed individually with the family and relevant clinicians.
Review current fees.
Fees and appointment inclusions are confirmed before the family decides whether to proceed.