Can Sas Doctors Do Private Practice?

SAS doctors can undertake private practice; however, in reality, the opportunities to do so can be limited. To treat patients in a private hospital, doctors must obtain practising privileges or admitting rights from the private hospital.

Can NHS doctor do private practice?

Of those doctors undertaking private practice, the large majority also work in NHS consultant posts, doing their private work outside of and on top of their NHS commitments. A small proportion of doctors work in full-time private practice only.

Are SAS doctors junior doctors?

SAS doctors are experienced and senior doctors in permanent posts. They have at least four years of full-time postgraduate training, two of which have been in their relevant specialty. SAS doctors work in hospitals and have a very 'hands on' role with a lot of patient contact.