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Drug Test in Newport
Protherapy Clinic, 1 The Uplands, Rogerstone, Newport NP10 9EZ
£40· 10 minutesSame-day certificate★5.0· 46 reviews in NewportGMC-registered doctors
Our Newport clinic operates from Protherapy Clinic at 1 The Uplands in Rogerstone, a quiet residential suburb north-west of Newport city centre. The clinic is ideally located for drivers from across Gwent — just 5 minutes from junction 28 of the M4 and 10 minutes from Newport city centre via the A467. Rogerstone rail station on the Valleys line is a 10-minute walk, making it one of our most accessible clinics by public transport. Parking is available on-site. The Newport clinic runs Wednesday evenings (6pm to 8pm), fitting around the working week for professional HGV, LGV, and taxi drivers who cannot afford to lose a weekday. Our GMC-registered doctor conducts every examination personally, bringing the same GMC-registered thoroughness that has earned the clinic 5.0 stars on Google across more than 40 reviews from Newport-area drivers. Drivers from Cwmbran, Caldicot, Chepstow, Pontypool, and Caerleon regularly travel to the Rogerstone clinic because of its convenient M4 access and affordable pricing from £55.
Why Choose SWDM in Newport?
Our Medical Team
GMC-registered, DVLA-approved examiner
Our GMC-registered doctors are experienced DVLA-approved examiners at South Wales Driver Medicals. They have performed thousands of DVLA D4 medicals for HGV, PCV, LGV, and taxi drivers, and are known by patients for being thorough, unhurried, and putting people at ease.
Trusted by Local Fleet Operators
- Celtic Recycling
- L&M Transport
- Edwards Coaches
"Today I had to have a medical appointment to renew my HGV licence for another 5 years, my 60th. With South Wales Driv..."
Brian F. · Newport · hgv-medical
"Friendly, helpful and efficient service. Would definitely recommend. Great appointment availability. Will be using ag..."
Peter K. · Newport
How to Find Us in Newport
Parking
Parking is available on-site at Protherapy Clinic on The Uplands in Rogerstone.
Public Transport
Rogerstone rail station is a 10-minute walk from the clinic. Stagecoach route 56 and Newport Bus route 30 serve Rogerstone village, stopping within a 5-minute walk. Newport city centre is a 10-minute drive via the A467.
Nearby Landmarks
- Rogerstone Primary School — 2 minutes walk
- Tredegar Park (junction 28, M4) — 5 minutes by car
- Royal Gwent Hospital — 10 minutes by car
Serving Drivers From Across Newport
Our Newport clinic at Rogerstone serves drivers from across Newport, Cwmbran, Caldicot, Chepstow, Pontypool, and Caerleon. Junction 28 of the M4 is less than 5 minutes away, making the clinic easy to reach from the Severn crossings and the Heads of the Valleys road.
NewportCwmbranCaldicotChepstowPontypoolCaerleon
About Your Drug Test
Our professional drug testing service provides accurate, confidential screening for various substances, supporting workplace safety, personal health monitoring, and regulatory compliance. Our comprehensive testing uses industry-standard methodologies ensuring reliable results while maintaining complete confidentiality for sensitive health information.
Drug testing serves multiple important purposes across various contexts including pre-employment screening, workplace safety monitoring, legal compliance verification, and personal health assessment. Our testing follows strict chain-of-custody protocols maintaining sample integrity while ensuring accurate substance detection and proper results interpretation.
Our professional service uses validated testing methods detecting various substances including cannabis, cocaine, amphetamines, opiates, benzodiazepines, and prescription medication misuse. Results are interpreted by qualified healthcare professionals understanding both medical and workplace implications of findings while maintaining complete confidentiality.
What to Bring
- Photo ID (driving licence or passport)
- Your employer’s drug testing referral form (if provided)
- Stay hydrated — you will need to provide a urine sample
Frequently Asked Questions
Where exactly is the Newport clinic?
We are at Protherapy Clinic, 1 The Uplands, Rogerstone, Newport NP10 9EZ. The clinic is in a quiet residential street just off Tregwilym Road in Rogerstone village, near Rogerstone Primary School.
How do I get to the Newport clinic by public transport?
Rogerstone rail station is a 10-minute walk from the clinic. Bus routes 56 and 30 both serve Rogerstone village with stops within a 5-minute walk.
Which councils accept the SWDM Newport clinic taxi medical?
Newport City Council, Monmouthshire, Caerphilly, and Torfaen all accept the SWDM medical for taxi and private-hire licensing.
What substances does your drug test detect?
Our standard panel tests for cannabis, cocaine, amphetamines, opiates, and benzodiazepines. Extended panels can include additional substances like methadone, barbiturates, and prescription medications upon request.
How long does drug testing take?
The sample collection process takes about 5 minutes. Basic results are typically available within 15-30 minutes for rapid tests, while laboratory confirmation may take 1-3 business days.
Is the drug testing process confidential?
Yes, all testing is conducted with complete confidentiality. Results are only shared with authorized individuals (typically the person being tested and/or their employer with proper consent).
Other Services at Our Newport Clinic
All available at Protherapy Clinic, 1 The Uplands, Rogerstone, Newport NP10 9EZ.
Driver Medical (HGV / LGV / PCV / D4)
10 minutes
D4 Medical
10 minutes
LGV Medical
10 minutes
PCV Medical
10 minutes
Taxi Medical
10 minutes
Airside Medical
10 minutes
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