Healthcare professionals

Working with you to deliver expert, personalised care to your patients in a hospital where safety comes first.

A hub for healthcare professionals and GPs to our services, referring your patients, educational events and the specialties we offer at Spire Edinburgh Hospitals.

SCI Gateway

Refer your patients to Spire Edinburgh Hospitals via SCI Gateway. 

Making a referral

A full guide to making a referral at Spire Edinburgh Hospitals, online and via fax – whether insured, self-funding or an NHS patient.

Education events

We host educational events, both virtual and in person, as well as in-practice training, where GPs and health professionals can earn CPD points.

SCI Gateway

Refer your patients to Spire Edinburgh Hospitals via SCI Gateway. 

Making a referral

You can refer private patients directly to Spire Healthcare consultants for a wide range of outpatient services including pathology and imaging. It’s quick and simple and our dedicated, friendly teams at Spire Edinburgh will assist you to help refer your patients to the correct consultant.

Education events

We host educational events, both virtual and in person, as well as in-practice training, where GPs and health professionals can earn CPD points. 

To discuss how we can support you with ongoing training and education, please contact our GP Education Team on:

Our consultants

We provide an extensive range of high quality care with leading consultants, backed by a multidisciplinary team.

From orthopaedics and ophthalmology to men's and women's health, our world-class consultants cover a wide range of specialties.

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GP education team

Please contact our GP education team if you have any queries about our educational events.

gpscotland@spirehealthcare.com

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Events

Apr
22
2025

Gallbladder Symptoms (Primary Care Event)

*RESCHEDULED FROM 05/09/2024* Mr John Terrace, Consultant General Surgeon will be presenting an overview of Gallbladder Symptoms.

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May
01
2025

Obesity and Lower Limb Arthritis Current Challenges and Future Solutions

Mr Muhammad Adeel Akhtar will be presenting Obesity and Lower Limb Arthritis Current Challenges and Future Solutions

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image for the event Obesity and Lower Limb Arthritis Current Challenges and Future Solutions

May
06
2025

Shoulder and Elbow Problems (Primary Care Event)

Mr Sunil Sharma, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, will be presenting an overview of Diagnosis and Management of Shoulder and Elbow Problems.

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Our hospital

Since 1984 Spire Edinburgh Hospitals have been delivering outstanding healthcare in the east of Scotland. We work with leading consultant physicians and surgeons to offer an extensive suite of services for diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions.

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Resources and consultant directory

GPs and health professionals can refer their NHS patients to Spire Edinburgh Hospitals via SCI Gateway, and can refer private patients directly to our specialist consultants online (via SCI Gateway and Spire Connect) or by fax.

Your patients will receive expert care every step of the way. View our referral guide.

GP Hotline (dedicated for GPs)
0131 316 2552

GP education team
gpscotland@spirehealthcare.com

Murrayfield reception
0131 334 0363

Shawfair reception
0131 654 5600

Self-pay enquiries
0131 316 2507 or info@spireedinburgh.com

Outpatient appointments
0131 316 2530

Inpatient bookings
0131 316 2510

X-ray and scan enquiries
0131 316 2593 or 0131 654 5600