OH Consultation | Dr Van Kets | London & On-Site

Occupational Health Consultation

An occupational health consultation is a formal referral from a manager or HR to Dr Maarten Van Kets — an HSE-appointed doctor with over 30 years of clinical and occupational medicine experience — to assess an employee’s fitness for work. Every consultation is conducted face-to-face at our London Bridge (SE1 2PR) or Orpington (BR6 0FE) clinics, or on-site for 6+ employees.

On-site visits: Dr Van Kets comes to your workplace for groups of 6+.

How the OH Consultation Works

The process begins with a manager/HR referral including the reason for concern (e.g., frequent absence, injury, performance). Dr Van Kets reviews the referral, medical records (with consent), and contacts the employee to confirm:

  • They are aware of the referral
  • They consent to the consultation
  • They agree to the report being sent to management

The face-to-face consultation lasts 60–90 minutes and covers:

  • Full medical, social, and work history
  • Current symptoms, limitations, and support needs
  • Functional capacity vs. job demands

Typical Referral Reasons

  • Frequent sickness absence: Understanding underlying causes
  • Return to work after injury/illness: Phased return, adjustments
  • Fitness for role: Can they perform safely at full capacity?
  • Reasonable adjustments: Under Equality Act 2010
  • Ill health retirement: Medical evidence for pension schemes
  • Pre-employment screening: Safety-critical roles

Report & Outcome

Dr Van Kets does not treat — he assesses and advises. Within 48 hours, you receive a clear, independent report that:

  • Restates the referral reason and manager’s questions
  • Outlines the current medical situation (based on history, exam, and documents)
  • Answers: Is the employee fit for their role?
  • Recommends any reasonable adjustments (Equality Act 2010)
  • Advises on follow-up consultation or review timeline
  • Provides prognosis and recommendations for employer and employee
  • Refers to GP, specialist, or physiotherapy if clinically indicated

The employee reviews the report before it’s sent to management (per Access to Medical Reports Act). All data is GDPR-compliant.

Benefits of Our Service

  • Independence: No agency bias — direct doctor advice
  • Speed: Report in 48 hours
  • Compliance: Fully legal, ethical, and HSE-aligned
  • Flexibility: Clinic, on-site, or remote case review

Book Your OH Consultation

Direct contact with Dr Van Kets. No forms. No waiting.

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