Information for lawyers

Dr Bishoy Marcus is a specialist general practitioner with a special interest in workplace injury. Referrals can request a consultation or a treating doctor report on diagnosis, treatment, functional limitations and capacity for work, within the scope of the available clinical evidence.

What to expect

• Reports that address the agreed clinical questions and identify any limits in the evidence.
• Patient consent and the purpose of the report confirmed before information is released.
• Scope, fees, required records and expected delivery date confirmed when the request is accepted.

A treating GP report is distinct from an independent examination or a formal permanent impairment assessment. Please discuss the required report type with reception before referring. Where another assessor is required, this can be clarified before an appointment is arranged.

Turnaround

Timing depends on the report, consultation availability and receipt of the relevant records. Ask reception to confirm a delivery date and flag any legal deadline at the outset. Urgent availability must be confirmed; no fixed turnaround is guaranteed.

Send a referral enquiry

In your initial enquiry, provide your contact details, the type of report and the deadline. Ask reception for its secure process before sending patient records. A formal referral should include the patient’s consent, your specific questions and the relevant records.

Information for other referrers