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GP refused to refer my child?

NAS89895
10 months ago

I have got a 30 month old with speech delay, who doesnt respond to her name. Im obviously very concerned about autism as she has other signs to.

I sent a written request asking my GP to refer for autism assesment and was told it can be done by HV only so didnt give me an appt 

Now Im a medical doctor myself but work in a hospital and with adults pt only but Im sure GPs are able to make a referral, hence Im looking for rcgp or some official guideline, so I can educate my GP when I speak to her next.

If Im wrong please advise what can I do and how do I go forward. Its affecting me a lot mentally as I feel like Im failing my child by not advocating for her needs.

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  • 10 months ago

    First when I came to the country I registered my son to the GP and first letter came after the registration was to check my child development in it was HV contact details, and I did call them and after the first appointment they referral to all other specialists. 

    I think that’s the way to do it . 

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  • 10 months ago

    First when I came to the country I registered my son to the GP and first letter came after the registration was to check my child development in it was HV contact details, and I did call them and after the first appointment they referral to all other specialists. 

    I think that’s the way to do it . 

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