Edinburgh GP Ltd

18/07/2025

Whether you have a single issue or multiple issues that you would like to discuss, our unhurried consultations will help us to get to the bottom of it.

Children and young adults’ health
Men’s health
Women’s health
Prescription services
Joint injections

Vaccinations
Travel health checks
Family practice services
Minor injury treatment
Weight loss management

Consultations with our doctors are tailored around your individual needs. Convenient same day appointments are available in clinic, at home or via telephone or videocalls.

15/07/2025

At Edinburgh GP we have walk in and same day appointments almost every week day. We intend to keep it this way even when we are busy, as we recognise that access to prompt care is one of the main priorities for many of our patients.

Our private GP clinic is conveniently located in Randolph Place in Edinburgh’s west end, for more information and directions please follow this link https://www.edinburghgp.co.uk/find-us/

09/07/2025

‘I just don’t feel like myself’

‘I feel like I’m having a midlife crisis’

‘I get so easily irritated by everyone and I feel like I’m on edge’

Does this sound like you or someone close to you? These are all real phrases from women going through perimenopause.

Women’s health specialist, Dr Alanna Merrie discusses menopause and the support that Edinburgh GP offers to patients in this recent article https://www.edinburghgp.co.uk/help-am-i-menopausal/

Menopause is a significant life stage, and it’s important to have the right support. If you’re experiencing symptoms or have questions about your options, book an appointment with Edinburgh GP to start the conversation. Every women’s experience is unique, and your care should be too.

08/07/2025

The importance of a ‘Well Child’ Health Check

Doctor Nisha Narayanan is the first and only private paediatrician in Lothian and we are delighted to bring Nisha’s unique and valuable specialism to our younger patients and their families in Edinburgh and beyond. Edinburgh GP are pleased to welcome an exciting new clinician to the team.

Introducing families to the concept of the Well Child Check – a proactive, personalised health check designed specifically for children from birth to age 16.

You can find out more here or contact the team directly https://www.edinburghgp.co.uk/the-importance-of-a-well-child-health-check/

The importance of a Well Child Health Check, By Dr. Nisha Narayanan, Consultant Paediatrician, Edinburgh GP

07/07/2025

Why are more women across Edinburgh choosing to have their contraceptive coil fitted privately with us?

If you’re looking for reliable, long-acting contraception without the daily hassle—the coil (IUD or IUS) is one of the most effective options available today. At Edinburgh GP, you’re in experienced hands with Dr Shona Williamson, a highly respected GP with a specialist focus in women’s health and years of NHS experience in Chalmers Hospital’s women’s health clinics.

In this recent article we explain why more women across Edinburgh are choosing to have their contraceptive coil fitted privately with us at Edinburgh GP.... https://www.edinburghgp.co.uk/why-choose-a-private-coil-fitting-at-edinburgh-gp/

04/07/2025

When you need to see the doctor, Edinburgh GP is a breath of fresh air.

Edinburgh GP are proud to be an ‘old school’ General Practice where relationships, continuity of care and easy access to appointments are at the heart of our service.

Our Ethos...https://www.edinburghgp.co.uk/our-ethos/

02/07/2025

Q. Can a private GP write a prescription?

A. Yes, we can prescribe anything that your NHS GP can prescribe. We can also support some medications which are difficult to get through the NHS if they are medically appropriate.

Edinburgh GP is committed to providing exceptional primary healthcare for you and your family. From children and young adults to women’s health and men’s health, our doctors are highly experienced in all aspects of General Practice.

We provide all of the traditional GP services, but in a modern well-equipped practice where you will be seen by the same doctor, when you need to.

30/06/2025

Q. Can Edinburgh GP refer to NHS hospital specialties?

A. Yes and no. Referrals for urgent medical problems are OK but the NHS does not provide an easy and safe pathway for non-urgent outpatient referrals from the private sector. At Edinburgh GP we take pride in “owning” our patients care. There are ways we can facilitate getting you to an NHS clinic if that is your choice and it is the best place for your care. We want to work alongside to help the NHS so are very conscious not to “dump” private sector work back into the already overstretched system.

26/06/2025

"He saved my life and my vacation. I caught a cold which turned into pneumonia and he was able to quickly diagnose me, prescribed antibiotics and within a few days I was back to normal. So grateful. Office was clean and the staff was so kind. Highly recommend." Ashley, June'2025

25/06/2025

How do I register with Edinburgh GP and does it affect my NHS GP registration?

This is easily done through our website by phoning or just turning up at the clinic. On the website there is a book and appointment button just follow the instructions. The website will ask you for your details. The more medical information you provide helps our doctors provide you with the best care.

Our team look forward to welcoming you and answering any questions you may have.

ADDRESS: 2 Randolph Place, Edinburgh, EH3 7TQ
EMAIL: admin@edinburghgp.co.uk
TEL: 0131 202 5454

19/06/2025

"In the past, with a hysteroscopy and my first copper coil fitting, I have had fairly traumatic experiences involving unexpected levels of pain, cramping and most embarrassingly vasovagal reactions. On explaining this to Dr Richardson at Edinburgh GP during a routine appointment he recommended I book in to change my (now overdue!) coil with Dr Shona Williamson.

I explained my history in detail to Dr Williamson who took me seriously and talked me through how she was going to administer an anaesthetic gel and then injection to reduce any pain and hopefully put a stopper to my uncontrollable vasovagal reaction. Even with her reassurance and calm, I was approaching panic attack levels of anxiety which I'm sure was very off-putting. Dr Williamson worked calmly (preventing me from hyperventilating) and apart from brief discomfort during one specific part of the process, which Dr Williamson worked quickly to put an end to, I honestly felt like nothing happened. I didn't pass out, I didn't have pain on any where near the same level and following the procedure didn't have any discomfort, cramping *at all*.

The night and day contrast between my experiences left me and my husband somewhat in disbelief - after all, when I'd had the coil fitted elsewhere, he'd had to interrupt his work day to come and scrape me, ashen and doubled over with pain, off a waiting room floor and take me home. Instead, I practically skipped to the car with relief, drove us both home and got on with my day as if nothing had happened.

Going forward, Dr Williamson will always be my preferred option for any procedure like this. The only thing I would change is that I wish I'd found her sooner!" Heather, June'25

17/06/2025

Why You Should See a Private GP?
The reasons why patients are coming to see us at Edinburgh GP clinic are varied, however there are some strong trends to the feedback we have been getting so far which highlight just why our patients have made that decision

Fast Access
Flexibility
More Time
Fast and Considered Onward Referrals to Specialists
Personalised Holistic Care
Confidentiality and working with the NHS

Find out more about Edinburgh GP https://www.edinburghgp.co.uk/our-ethos/