If you’ve been off sick for more than 7 days
To request a sick note:
- fill out a sick note request form
- phone or visit the surgery during opening hours
If you’ve been off sick for 7 days or less
If you have been ill for 7 days or less you don’t need to see a Doctor. You can complete a Self-Certification form yourself; many employers have their own self-certification forms. However some employers insist on a Doctor’s note regardless. A Doctors note under these circumstances involves a charge of £10.
Find out more about sick notes on the NHS website.
Requesting an additional Sick/Fit Note
If you have already had a Sick Note (Fit Note) for this illness your Doctor may not need to see you to issue an additional Sick Note. Please contact the practice. We will contact you to let you know when you can collect your Sick / Fit Note or we may contact you to arrange an appointment.