IPD Sleep Diagnostics for GPs:
Independent Physiological Diagnostics (IPD) partners with GPs to deliver specialist sleep diagnostics and personalised patient care.
We recognise that as a GP, you’re the first to spot the impact of sleep issues on your patients’ lives. When you refer to IPD, your patients gain rapid access to consultant-led sleep studies, fast and accurate diagnosis, and ongoing support whether your patients are at home or attend our clinic.
Our seamless referral process and clear communication mean you stay informed every step of the way. By choosing IPD, you help your patients get answers, start treatment sooner, and achieve better health outcomes.
Why Choose IPD For Your Patients
IPDiagnostics offers a free online sleep assessment that helps you discover whether a patient may have a sleep disorder. The assessment asks targeted questions about bedtime habits, daytime energy, and medical history.
Quick & Easy
We will contact your patients within 24 hours to arrange a test
7 day a week - 365 days a year service
All diagnostic tests are carried out 7 days a week
High Quality Report
We have a team of expert Clinical Physiologists and Consultants Sleep Physicians to produce a high quality report
Experts in all ages
Our expert team is trained in performance of tests on all ages
Contact Us
Click here to explore our referral portal
Referral Pathway
4 quick steps to support your patients in achieving better sleep
1
Patient assessed in clinic
Assess patients using IPD assessment designed for GPs using validated sleep questionnaires and make a referral
2
Patient undertakes a sleep study
For complex or paediatric studies, our Clinical Team will attend patient home
3
Receive a Comprehensive Report
All reports will include Consultant Sleep Physician report and recommendations. This is when you can arrange follow up with your patient to discuss results and next steps
4
End-to-End Support
CPAP therapy, CBTi treatment or an appointment with our nationwide network of sleep consultants can be arranged
FAQ
What happens after the referral is made?
IPD will contact patients within 24 hours of receiving a referral to review the details and arrange an appointment. After the sleep study is completed, a clinical sleep physiologist will score the data and a consultant sleep physician will provide the final report. Patient will then be directed to you to discuss the sleep study results and the next steps.
How quickly will my patients be seen after referral?
Patients typically access the sleep study within 5 working days.
Will I be kept informed about my patient’s progress?
Yes, you will be notified once the test is scheduled. The IPD team will also let you know if the patient chooses not to go ahead. For CPAP patients, our clinicians will generate a four-week compliance report and share it with the referring doctor. If the treatment is not effective, we can recommend alternative therapy options.
What types of sleep issues can IPD diagnose?
IPD can support the diagnosis of a full range of sleep disorders, including sleep apnoea, restless legs syndrome, narcolepsy, and REM behaviour disorder.
Do patients need to visit the clinic, or can they be supported at home?
IPD clinicians can deliver the device directly to the patient’s home, or for more complex studies, attend in person to set up the equipment. Our team can remotely monitor the data throughout the night, and we return the following morning to collect the device.
How accurate are the sleep studies at IPD?
Before each sleep study, the patient completes a sleep questionnaire to help us better understand their symptoms. To ensure accurate and reliable results, the data is analysed and then interpreted by a consultant sleep physician - a process IPD follows as standard for every sleep study.
How soon can treatment begin after diagnosis?
Treatment plans can start as soon as the next working day after diagnosis, helping patients achieve better health outcomes sooner.
Is the referral process complicated for GPs?
No, the process is designed to be straightforward and time-efficient for GPs. Please visit our referral portal to refer a patient.
“The team at IPD is extremely responsive, professional and technically competent. I have used their services for my private sleep patients now for several years and have been impressed consistently. Also my patients have only given me the most complimentary feedback about their experience with IPD. I certainly will continue referring patients to them.””
Dr Oliver Bernath, Consultant Neurologist and Sleep Physician