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Private head injury clinic in London, same-day GP.

Most head injuries are minor and cause no lasting harm. The purpose of this leaflet is to tell you which symptoms mean you need help immediately, what to do while you recover, and how to return to work, school and sport safely. Our private GP clinic in East London offers same-day head injury assessment with a private GP, diagnosis and a clear treatment plan — usually without a referral and often the same day.

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Call 999 or go to A&E for loss of consciousness, repeated vomiting, a fit, or worsening drowsiness after a head injury.

The condition

What is head injury?

Most head injuries are minor and cause no lasting harm. The purpose of this leaflet is to tell you which symptoms mean you need help immediately, what to do while you recover, and how to return to work, school and sport safely.

  • What head injury is
  • Symptoms to look for
  • Causes & risk factors
  • Tests & diagnosis
  • Treatment options
  • When to see a specialist

Understanding head injury

Head injury: symptoms, causes, tests & treatment

Call 999 or go to an emergency department now if

  • you were knocked out, even briefly, or cannot remember what happened;
  • you are increasingly drowsy or difficult to wake, or become confused;
  • you have a fit or seizure;
  • you have vomited more than once since the injury;
  • there is clear fluid or blood coming from the ear or nose, or new deafness;
  • you have weakness, numbness or tingling in an arm or leg, or problems walking;
  • you have difficulty speaking, reading or understanding, or your vision has changed;
  • you have a severe headache that painkillers are not touching, or your pupils look unequal;
  • you have a wound that will not stop bleeding, or a dent or soft area on the skull.

Get assessed today, even without the above, if you take blood-thinning medicine such as warfarin, apixaban, rivaroxaban or clopidogrel; if you have a bleeding disorder or have had brain surgery; if the injury involved a fall from height, stairs or a vehicle; if you are over 65; or if there is no responsible adult to stay with you. In an emergency call 999, or go to the Royal London Hospital Emergency Department, Whitechapel Road, London E1 1FR.

Extra signs to watch for in a child

  • a baby under one year old, or any swelling or bruising over a soft spot;
  • crying that cannot be settled, or behaving unlike themselves;
  • refusing feeds, or vomiting more than once;
  • unsteadiness, or reluctance to use an arm or leg.

The first 48 hours

  • Have someone stay with you for the first 24 hours who can get help if you deteriorate.
  • Rest — but not in a dark room for days. Take it easy for 24 to 48 hours, then start moving gently and building up.
  • Cut down screens for the first day or two. Phones, gaming and long periods of reading often make headache and nausea worse early on.
  • Paracetamol is the painkiller of choice. Avoid aspirin and, in the first 48 hours, ibuprofen and other anti-inflammatories unless a doctor has advised otherwise.
  • No alcohol, no recreational drugs, no sleeping tablets or sedatives until you are fully recovered.
  • Do not drive, cycle, operate machinery or work at height until symptoms have gone and you feel back to normal.
  • Do not be alone in charge of a young child for the first 24 hours if you can avoid it.

You do not need to be woken every hour

The old advice to wake someone repeatedly through the night is no longer given. Normal sleep is part of recovery. What matters is that someone can check you are rousable if they are already up, and knows to call 999 if you become difficult to wake or any of the warning signs above appear.

Concussion

Concussion is a disturbance of brain function caused by a knock to the head or body. You do not have to have been knocked out to have concussion — fewer than one in ten people with concussion lose consciousness.

Common symptoms include headache, dizziness, feeling foggy or slowed down, difficulty concentrating, sensitivity to light and noise, irritability, tiredness and disturbed sleep. These usually settle over one to two weeks. Symptoms often feel worse when you push yourself mentally or physically, which is why building up gradually works better than doing nothing then doing everything.

Returning to work or school

24–48hrelative rest, light activity around the house
Thengradual return — shorter days, reduced screen time, regular breaks
Build upstep back a level if symptoms flare, then try again

Returning to sport

UK guidance for grassroots and non-elite sport is clear and worth following exactly:

  • No return to any sport within 24 hours of a suspected concussion. If in doubt, sit them out.
  • Follow a graduated return — light exercise first, then sport-specific training without contact, then full contact training, then competition.
  • No return to competition before 21 days from the injury, and only then if you have been completely free of symptoms for the preceding 14 days.
  • If symptoms are still present after 28 days, see a doctor for assessment.

Returning too early risks a second injury before the brain has recovered, which can be far more serious than the first.

Book a review with us if your headache is not settling after a week, you are struggling to concentrate at work or school, your sleep or mood has changed, or you need a fitness-to-work or return-to-sport assessment. We can examine you, arrange a CT or MRI quickly through our CQC-registered imaging partners if it is warranted, and provide a written report for an employer, school or club.

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Private assessment

See a private GP for head injury in London

At our private GP clinic on Whitechapel Road in East London, you can see a private GP or head injury doctor without a referral — most days, often the same day. A private GP in East London or consultant GP will assess you, arrange the right tests and explain your diagnosis and treatment options clearly. We help patients across East London, Canary Wharf, the City, Docklands and Aldgate who want fast, private answers about head injury.

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A private GP clinic for East London & Canary Wharf

Tower Bridge Hospital is on Whitechapel Road in the heart of East London — minutes from Canary Wharf, the City of London, Docklands and Aldgate. Patients across Tower Hamlets, Wapping, Limehouse and Bethnal Green choose us for a fast, private head injury appointment with a GP, without the wait or the referral.

Why choose us

Why choose our East London private GP clinic

  • Same-day, no referral — private GP and GP under one roof
  • Specialist-led care with GMC-registered clinicians
  • Tests & scans on site, results explained the same visit
  • Minutes from Canary Wharf & the City of London
  • A named clinician who explains your results clearly
  • Transparent pricing and a plan you can act on

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Common questions

Head injury in London: your questions answered

Where can I find a private head injury specialist near me in East London?

Our private GP clinic is on Whitechapel Road in East London, minutes from Canary Wharf and the City. You can see a private GP or head injury doctor for assessment and treatment, usually the same day and without a referral.

Can I see a private GP for head injury the same day?

Yes. We hold same-day private appointments most days, including Saturdays, so you can be assessed by a GP or GP quickly, with tests done in-house where possible.

How much does a private head injury appointment cost in London?

We keep pricing transparent — see our fees page or call 020 7916 0029, and we will explain the cost of the head injury assessment and any tests before you book.

Do I need a referral to see a private GP for head injury?

No. You can book directly with our clinic. If you are unsure whether to start with a private GP or a GP, we will guide you.

Which areas do you serve for private head injury care?

We see private patients from across East London, Canary Wharf, the City of London, Docklands, Aldgate, Wapping, Limehouse and Tower Hamlets.

Medically reviewed by Dr Haydar Bolat — Clinical Director, GMC 7138332. Last reviewed August 2026 · next review August 2027. Written in line with our editorial & content-review policy, using guidance from the NHS, NICE and the relevant royal colleges. This information is general and does not replace personal medical advice.

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In an emergency, call 999. Tower Bridge Hospital London is not an emergency service. Your nearest A&E is The Royal London Hospital, Whitechapel Road E1 1FR — 5 minutes’ walk from our front door.

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Private head injury care in London & East London — Whitechapel, the City & Canary Wharf

Patients visit our Whitechapel clinic for private head injury assessment and treatment from right across London and East London, the City and the Docklands — including Aldgate, Bethnal Green, Bow, Shoreditch, Canary Wharf, Stratford, Bermondsey and the surrounding areas. Same-day and walk-in appointments are available and you do not need a GP referral.

Easy to reach — minutes from the Royal London Hospital and Aldgate East, Whitechapel, Aldgate and Liverpool Street stations, and one stop from Canary Wharf on the Elizabeth line.

Private head injury treatment near me? If you are searching for private head injury treatment near me, a head injury doctor or specialist near me, or a private clinic near me in East London, our Whitechapel practice is on your doorstep — walk-in and same-day appointments, no GP referral, and no long NHS waiting list.

Book a same-day appointment or call 020 7916 0029. See our transparent fees. Open 7 days a week, 9am–7pm. Private clinic on Whitechapel Road, London E1 — serving Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Newham, Islington, the City of London and Southwark.

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