Whatever your reason it’s your right to choose
If your GP sends you to see a specialist, you can choose to go to any hospital in England, including many private and independent hospitals*. You can choose the hospital with the best reputation or shortest waiting times, or simply the one that is most convenient for you.
For more information, ask at your GP Practice or visit our website: www.nhs.uk
*You may not be given a choice where speed is important, such as suspected stroke, heart attack or cancer.
Blackpool Choice
Choice in the NHS (PDF, 2.05MB)