Taxi medical examinations in Newcastle for private hire and hackney carriage drivers. Fast appointments with experienced GPs at Great North Healthcare. Book now.
Great North Healthcare provides comprehensive taxi medical examinations in Newcastle for private hire and hackney carriage (black cab) drivers. Whether you are applying for or renewing your taxi driver licence with Newcastle City Council, North Tyneside, Gateshead, or any other local authority in the North East, our GPs complete all required health assessments quickly and professionally. We understand that time is money for professional drivers — which is why we offer fast, convenient appointments in central Newcastle.
At Great North Healthcare, we are proud to be Newcastle's CQC-registered private GP clinic, serving patients from across the North East including Sunderland, Gateshead, Durham, Middlesbrough, and beyond. Our team of GMC-registered, NHS-trained GPs brings clinical expertise and genuine patient-centred care to every consultation. We understand fast taxi driver medicals for all North East licensing authorities in Newcastle — and we deliver it every day.
Great North Healthcare provides comprehensive taxi and private hire driver medicals at our Newcastle city centre clinic. Located at Milburn House, Suite F.6, 19 Dean Street, Newcastle NE1 1PQ, we serve patients from across the North East. Here is an overview of our key services:
Great North Healthcare has established itself as a leading private GP clinic in Newcastle for several key reasons. First and foremost, our clinical standards are uncompromising. All of our GPs hold GMC registration and have trained extensively within the NHS, bringing evidence-based medical practice to the private setting. We combine this expertise with the personalised, unhurried approach that private healthcare enables — longer appointments, the same GP for follow-ups, and direct access to diagnostics and referrals.
Our CQC registration is a mark of our commitment to regulated, safe, and high-quality care. The Care Quality Commission independently assesses healthcare providers against rigorous standards — and Great North Healthcare meets them. For patients searching for taxi medical Newcastle, our regulatory status provides the assurance that you are choosing a clinic that takes quality seriously.
Location also matters. Milburn House is situated in the heart of Newcastle city centre, close to Newcastle Central Station, Metro links, and central car parks. This makes us easily accessible for patients from Sunderland, Gateshead, Durham, Middlesbrough, Hexham, Morpeth, and all surrounding areas. Whether you are a Newcastle resident or travelling from further afield, reaching us is straightforward.
Booking at Great North Healthcare is simple and fast. You can use our online booking form, call us directly on 0191 691 9059, or email care@gnhealth.co.uk. Our reception team is available Monday to Friday, 9am–6pm. Same-day appointments are available subject to availability — if you have an urgent concern, please call us first thing in the morning to maximise your chances of a same-day slot.
When booking, please let us know the reason for your appointment so we can allocate the correct consultation length (15 or 30 minutes). For complex concerns or multiple issues, a 30-minute appointment is recommended. If you are unsure, our team will guide you to the most appropriate option.
There is no requirement to be registered with us before your first appointment. We welcome new patients from across Newcastle and the North East without referral. Simply contact us, and we will arrange your consultation promptly.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| 15-minute face-to-face consultation | £59 |
| 30-minute face-to-face consultation | £99 |
| 15-minute remote consultation (audio or video) | £49 |
| 30-minute remote consultation | £89 |
| Blood tests – phlebotomy (10 min) | £25 + lab fees |
| Joint injection (inc. first consultation) | £139 |
| Subsequent joint injections | £129 |
| HGV / Taxi driver medical | £59 |
| Women's health – cervical smear | £45 + lab fees |
| Weight loss first consultation (30 min + prescription) | £119 |
All prices are published transparently. No hidden fees. View our full pricing page for the complete fee schedule.
While our clinic is based in Newcastle city centre, we are proud to serve patients from across the entire North East region. Our patient base includes residents from Sunderland, Gateshead, Durham, Middlesbrough, Darlington, Hexham, Morpeth, Ashington, Blyth, Whitley Bay, North Shields, South Shields, and many more communities within 100 miles of Newcastle. If you are searching for a taxi medical Newcastle, we are here to help regardless of your specific location within the region.
A taxi medical examination at Great North Healthcare typically covers vision testing, blood pressure measurement, urine dipstick analysis, cardiovascular assessment, review of relevant medical conditions, and completion of the licensing authority's medical report form. Appointments are 15–30 minutes.
Taxi medical examinations at Great North Healthcare cost from £75. We can accommodate all North East licensing authorities including Newcastle, Gateshead, North Tyneside, Sunderland, and others.
Bring your driving licence, any relevant medical paperwork (especially for ongoing conditions), glasses or contact lenses if you wear them, and any forms provided by your local licensing authority. Our GP will guide you through the examination.
We make every effort to accommodate same-day and urgent taxi medical requests in Newcastle. Call 0191 691 9059 and our team will advise on availability.
Some licensing authorities require a D4 form for hackney carriage drivers in addition to their own local authority medical form. We are experienced in completing both and will ensure all required documentation is accurately completed at your Newcastle appointment.
CQC regulates Great North Healthcare Ltd to provide care at Milburn House, Newcastle upon Tyne.
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