Head and neck cancer
Referrals
How to submit a referral
e-RS referrals
All NHS GP referrals must be submitted using the NHS e-Referral Service (e-RS). Referrals sent by email or post from NHS GPs will not be processed.
Non-e-RS referrals
In line with NHS England's Digital First approach, we encourage all external non-e-RS referrals to be submitted digitally.
Digital referrals help reduce delays, improve traceability, minimise the risk of lost or incomplete information, and support safer patient care.
Please submit referrals by email to [email protected] or [email protected].
We will continue to accept paper referrals where necessary. However, referrers will be advised to use digital referral methods in future.
Making a referral
Please email routine referrals to [email protected]. We'll check each referral to see if it is suitable.
2-week wait (2WW) referrals
GPs should make 2WW referrals using the NHS e-Referral System (e-RS).
Please use the most up to date pan-London referral form.
Tinnitus does not meet our referral criteria. You should refer to general ear, nose and throat (ENT) services.
For dentists
If you're referring a patient for a suspected cancer, please complete the south east London head and neck referral form.
Contact us
2-week wait (2WW) referrals
Phone: 020 7188 0902
Email: [email protected]
Referral administration team
Phone: 020 7188 4219
Email: [email protected]
Last updated: July 2026