Private Driver Medicals for Washington Patients

For professional drivers in Washington, staying licensed and road-legal means keeping up to date with driver medical assessments. Great North Healthcare provides fast, professional driver medical appointments at our Newcastle clinic — just 12 miles from Washington, accessible via the A1231 and A19 in approximately 20 minutes from Newcastle. Whether you need an HGV (lorry) medical, a taxi or private hire medical, or an employment medical, our experienced private GPs complete the assessment promptly and professionally, helping Washington drivers stay on the road without unnecessary delays.

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Our Driver Medicals Services for Washington

Driver medical services at Great North Healthcare cover the full range of professional and commercial driver assessment needs for Washington residents. HGV and Group 2 Driver Medicals (DVLA D4 form) are required for lorry, bus, and coach drivers and must be completed by a registered medical practitioner. Our Newcastle GPs conduct these efficiently in 15 minutes at a cost of £59. Taxi and private hire driver medicals are required by local licensing authorities (including Newcastle City Council) and are available at our clinic for £59. Employment medicals assess fitness for specific roles and are priced at £99 for a 15-minute appointment. Insurance medicals and specialist DVLA assessments are also available. All Washington drivers should note that driver medicals must be completed by a doctor registered with the GMC — our Newcastle clinic meets all regulatory requirements, and we provide completed forms at the time of the appointment.

Getting to Our Clinic from Washington

From Washington, the A1231 links directly to the A19 northbound towards Newcastle, making the journey to our clinic approximately 20 minutes by car. Bus services also connect Washington to Newcastle regularly. Our clinic is located at Milburn House, Suite F.6, 19 Dean Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PQ — just a few minutes' walk from Newcastle Central Station. Paid parking is available nearby at NCP Dean Street and Eldon Square multi-storey car parks.

Notable local landmarks near Washington include the Washington Old Hall and WWT Washington Wetland Centre, and patients from this area frequently travel to Newcastle for specialist services. Our private GP clinic is proud to serve the Tyne and Wear community.

Why Washington Patients Choose Great North Healthcare

Choosing Great North Healthcare for your driver medical as a Washington resident means choosing speed, professionalism, and reliability. Our Newcastle private GPs are experienced in all types of driver medical assessments and understand the regulatory requirements of DVLA, local licensing authorities, and commercial transport operators. We complete assessments accurately and thoroughly, ensuring that forms are completed correctly and legibly — reducing the risk of your application being delayed. For Washington drivers who cannot afford time off the road, our fast appointment availability — often same-week or even same-day — is a significant advantage over NHS waiting times for driver medicals.

Driver Medicals Pricing for Washington Patients

Driver medical pricing at Great North Healthcare is competitive and transparent. HGV and taxi driver medicals are £59 for a 15-minute face-to-face appointment. Employment medicals are £99. Fostering medicals are £119 for 30 minutes. Additional DVLA form processing or report writing may incur a separate fee of £20–£45, which will be advised when you book. Washington drivers can check our full pricing on our website before booking.

Other Services Available for Washington Patients

Great North Healthcare offers a comprehensive range of private medical services for patients from Washington. Explore our specialist service pages:

Book Your Driver Medicals Appointment from Washington

To book a driver medical from Washington, call our Newcastle clinic on 0191 691 9059 or use our online booking system. Please let us know which type of driver medical you require when booking, and bring all relevant forms and your driving licence to the appointment. We look forward to getting you assessed and back on the road quickly.