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How It Works
Get your medical certificate in three simple steps - no appointments, no waiting rooms.
Doctor Review
GMC-registered doctor assesses and reviews your case
Certificate Delivered
Medical certificate sent to your inbox upon doctor approval
Our Services
What Certificates We Provide
We cover a wide range of medical certificates - all issued by UK-registered doctors and delivered digitally.
Sick Notes for Work
Employer-accepted sick notes for illness.
Fit-to-Work Certificates
Medical clearance to return to work.
Medical Letters
Official letters for insurance and applications.
Travel Health Certificates
Medical documentation for travel requirements.
General Medical Certificates
Certificates for sports, gym, visa, and more.
Student & Education Certificates
Medical evidence for university or school absence.
Your Certificate
What’s Included in Your Medical Certificate
DoctorCert UK
REF #DC-2026-08914
Medical Certificate
Patient
J. Carter
Date of issue
12 March 2026
Unfit from
12 March 2026
Unfit to
16 March 2026
Following my clinical assessment, I confirm that the above patient is medically unfit for work for the period stated.
A. Whitfield
Dr. A. Whitfield, MBBS
GMC: 48217
GMCverified
Doctor’s name
identifiable signatory
identifiable signatory
Unique reference ID
verifiable by your employer
verifiable by your employer
Dates of illness
specific period covered
specific period covered
GMC registration
number on every certificate
number on every certificate
Every DoctorCert certificate is a signed, professional PDF document that you can forward directly to your employer, university, or insurer. Here’s exactly what it contains:
Issuing doctor’s full name
Signed by a named, identifiable UK-registered doctor.
GMC registration number
The reviewing doctor’s GMC number is printed on every certificate.
Dates of illness covered
The specific period you were unfit for work, study, or travel, clearly stated.
Unique certificate reference ID
Every certificate carries its own reference code for employer or academic verification.
Professional letterhead and sign-off
Formatted on DoctorCert letterhead with the doctor’s clinical sign-off.
Delivered as a secure PDF by email
Print it, forward it, or upload it. Your certificate arrives in a universally accepted format.
Each certificate is reviewed and issued individually by a GMC-registered doctor. If the reviewing doctor decides a certificate is not clinically appropriate, you receive a full refund.
Get Your Certificate Now£39 flat fee · No appointment · Refund if not issued
Clinical Standards
Built on Clinical Standards
DoctorCert operates to the standards expected of UK private medical practice. Clinical governance, encrypted records, and registered clinicians on every assessment.
UK-Registered Doctors
Every certificate request is reviewed by a doctor registered with the General Medical Council (GMC).
GDPR-Compliant and Encrypted
Your consultation data is handled in strict accordance with UK GDPR. All communications are encrypted end-to-end.
Private Medical Certificates
DoctorCert is an independent private medical certificate company.
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Your Options
Sick Note or Medical Certificate? Compare Your Options
When you need a sick note for work, a medical certificate for university, or signed documentation for travel, timing is everything. In the UK there are three routes to getting medical evidence of illness, and the difference usually comes down to how long you can afford to wait.
Sick Note Online
Most certificates are issued the same day, usually within 2 hours of your submission.
Speak to a real UK doctor
Every request is reviewed individually by a GMC-registered UK doctor.
From your phone, in minutes
Complete the online form in under 2 minutes. Your signed PDF arrives by email, ready to forward.
| Compare | Free OptionSelf-Certification (SC2) | NHS RouteNHS Fit Note (Med3) | Private · FastestDoctorCertRecommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speaking to a doctor | Not required | Required. Often a face-to-face appointment | Reviewed by a GMC-registered UK doctor. No appointment needed |
| How quickly you get it | Instant. You write and submit it yourself | Typically 1 to 2 weeks for a routine GP appointment | Usually under 2 hours. Same-day digital delivery |
| How it’s delivered | A form you fill in and hand to your employer | Printed paper or NHS App PDF | Signed PDF emailed straight to your inbox |
| Best used forThe right tool for the job | Routine work absences under 7 days | Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) and DWP claims | Fast, valid evidence for work, university or travel |
Self-certification is the right choice for straightforward absences of seven days or fewer. It produces no signed document, however, and most universities, insurers, and airlines will not accept it.
An NHS fit note is free and suitable when your employer specifically requires a Med3 form for Statutory Sick Pay. The trade-off is time: average GP waiting times in England are currently over two weeks.
DoctorCert gives you a third option. A GMC-registered doctor reviews your details online, with no appointment and no waiting room, and if clinically appropriate, emails a signed private medical certificate usually the same day. One flat fee of £39 covers everything, and if the doctor decides a certificate isn’t appropriate, you get a full refund automatically.
Get Your Certificate NowNo appointment needed · Takes under 2 minutes · Refund if not issued
Transparent Pricing
Simple, One-Off Fee
No subscriptions. No hidden charges. Pay once and receive your certificate.
SINGLE FEE - NO SUBSCRIPTION
Medical Certificate
£39one-off fee
No subscription · No hidden charges
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What’s included
- Online assessment by a licensed doctor
- Signed digital medical certificate
- Suitable for work, studies or travel
- Delivered by email
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Certificates are typically issued same day, usually within 2 hours. You will receive your certificate by email once the doctor has completed their assessment.
This service is suitable for acute illnesses such as flu, gastroenteritis, respiratory tract infections, and any medical conditions impacting ability to work/study/travel.
No. This is a private medical certificate issued by a UK-registered doctor following a clinical assessment. It is not an NHS Med3 fit note. If your employer specifically requires an NHS Med3 form, you will need to contact your NHS GP.
Yes. Certificates are issued by UK-registered doctors following a clinical assessment. They are recognised as valid private medical documentation.
Yes. All consultation data is handled in strict accordance with UK GDPR and our Privacy Policy. Your information is never shared with third parties without your consent.
If our doctor feels a certificate is not clinically appropriate based on your answers and any evidence, we’ll explain why and give you a full refund.
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DoctorCert connects you with UK-registered doctors for assessment. Your private medical certificate is issued after assessment - delivered securely to your inbox.
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