[header] How to choose an nhs consultant [title] Ask your general practitioner for a referral to a specialized nhs consultant. [step] Ask your general practitioner for a few names that you can look into. A consultant will only take you as a patient if you have a letter of referral from your general practitioner. 
This letter will give the consultant background information on you, including your family and medical history. [title] Search about consultants your practitioner mentioned to you.