Sending a referral
We welcome referrals from general practitioners and other specialists for patients with known or suspected blood disorders, blood cancers, and related haematological conditions. Referrals can be sent by fax or via the contact details below.
Urgent referrals — please clearly indicate clinical urgency on the referral letter, and we will contact you or your patient directly to arrange an appointment.
What to include in your referral
- Patient demographics and contact details
- Summary of the presenting concern or diagnosis
- Relevant past medical history and current medications
- Recent pathology results, including full blood count, film comment, and any specialist investigations
- Any imaging reports relevant to the haematological concern
- Indication of urgency
Scope of practice
Our haematologists manage the full spectrum of adult haematological conditions, including:
- Leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma — diagnosis and ongoing management
- Anaemia — iron deficiency, haemolytic, aplastic and other causes
- Clotting and bleeding disorders — VTE, thrombophilia, haemophilia
- Iron overload and hereditary haemochromatosis
- Anticoagulation management and advice
- Abnormal blood counts and blood film findings
- Bone marrow disorders including myelodysplasia and myeloproliferative neoplasms
- Cytopenias — thrombocytopenia, neutropenia
Working with referring GPs
We value close working relationships with referring GPs and aim to keep you informed throughout your patient's care. Clinic letters are sent following each appointment and we are available by phone for clinical queries.
For patients on long-term treatment or monitoring, we are happy to discuss shared care arrangements that keep as much management as possible close to home.