Emergency Walk-In Clinic | The Hospital for Tropical Diseases (HTD)

Unwell following travel?

You might be eligible for our emergency walk-in clinic, where we offer same or next working day appointments for travellers returning from the tropics within the last 6 months, with new symptoms including fever, diarrhoea, or rash. Visit our website for more information on the Hospital of Tropical Diseases.

Animal bites or exposure overseas?

We also provide provide risk assessment and post-exposure treatment for rabies and other infections.

Please note this service is for adults only and cannot see children under 16 years old. If your child has returned from the tropics within the last 6 months and is experiencing symptoms such as fever, diarrhoea, or rash, please seek advice from your GP, 111 or your local emergency department (if urgent) and self-refer (or ask your GP to refer) to the Children and Young People’s Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine service.

Register with the clinic:
- Email uclh.htdadmin@nhs.net with your name, date of birth, contact number, address, NHS number (if known) and a list of countries you’ve visited in the last six months, alongside any current symptoms.

Await confirmation:
- You will receive an email reply or phone call from our team to arrange your appointment. This will include a link to an online questionnaire.

Complete the online questionnaire:
- Provide information about your illness and travel history.
- This can be done on your mobile device or computer.
- Completing it before your visit will reduce your time at the clinic.
Appointment timing:
- Appointments are scheduled based on clinical urgency.
- We aim to see all patients the same day or the following day.
Contact hours:
- The email address and phone number are monitored during opening hours (Monday – Friday, 9am - 4 pm).
- For medical attention outside these hours, visit your local Emergency Department.
Clinic hours:
- The last patient is seen at 4 pm to allow time for treatment before closing.