Yes – many councils require you to bring either a NHS App access or full medical record from your GP to your taxi medical. Without these, the doctor may not be able to complete your form..

You can request your records by:

• Using the NHS App (if you have full access set up)

• Asking your GP receptionist

• Emailing or handing in our free request template (available on our Request Records page)

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For Taxi Medical forms, some clinics may carry council forms however this is not always the case. Your council may also send you the forms or they can be found online.

 To stay prepared for your appointment please find links to each Taxi medical forms below.

Yes, all our medicals include an eye test for no extra charges.

 You will be asked to complete the test with and without your glasses/ contact lenses. Please bring a container to place your lenses in if you wear contact lenses.

Below is a list of the six items you will need to bring to the doctor for your driver medical assessment:

1) Driving license or Passport

2) Bank statement or utility bill for proof of address

3) A list of any medications that you take (if applicable)

4) Your glasses or contact lenses (if worn)

5) Taxi council forms and Medical summary

6) Outstanding payment in CASH

You may be asked to provide a urine sample to test for diabetes

All taxi driver medical assessments are completed by a GMC registered doctors to a Group 2 standard.

Please note- You must bring your medical summary to your Taxi driver medical. 

A taxi driver medical examination typically includes the following:

1. Medical history review from your medical summary/medical records
2. Physical Examination inc height and weight measurements, Blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate
3. Examination of specific body systems: Such as cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, musculoskeletal, and sensory systems.
4. Vision Test including visual acutiy and peripheral vision test
5. Urine Test (if required by the council)
6. ID review inc ID check and proof of address

The first step is to understand why you did not pass. The doctor will provide details on any health concerns that need addressing. Depending on the issue, you may be able to take steps to improve your health and reapply for the medical check, such as by managing a medical condition with medication or lifestyle changes.

In some cases, you might need to undergo further tests or receive treatment. It’s important to follow the doctor’s advice and any treatment plans carefully. Once your health has improved to the required standards, you can usually retake the medical check.

Certain conditions can prevent you from passing the medical required for HGV and taxi drivers. For instance, severe heart conditions, uncontrolled diabetes with a history of severe hypoglycemia, epilepsy, and certain neurological disorders might disqualify you. Poor vision that doesn’t meet the DVLA’s minimum standards is also a common reason for not passing the medical examination.

Substance abuse, including alcohol and drugs, can lead to a failed medical check, as these can significantly impair your ability to drive safely. Mental health conditions that are not well-managed and could affect driving performance are also taken into consideration.

However these are quite subjective and dependent of individual circumstance which is why it’s important for our Doctors to fully review your medical history. 

You can. Please ensure you bring your blood sugar monitor if you take Gliclazide or Glimeperide. The doctor will need to see 6 weeks blood sugar readings where sugar levels are being tested twice a day. You will not be able to pass your medical without this. 

Unfortunately we can not complete medicals for drivers taking insulin