"Was really pleased with South Wales Driver Medicals. The doctor was very knowledgeable of the D4 forms. Quick and pro..."
Mike K. · Newport · d4-medical
General Medical in Newport
Protherapy Clinic, 1 The Uplands, Rogerstone, Newport NP10 9EZ
£95· 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 General Medical
General medical examinations cover a wide range of occupational health needs including forklift operator assessments, safety-critical worker medicals, pre-placement screenings, and other workplace-required health evaluations. Our GMC-registered doctors carry out these assessments from £95.
Who Needs a General Medical
This service covers any workplace medical not specifically listed as a driver, taxi, airside, or management referral. Common examples include forklift operator medicals (HSE/ITSSAR/RTITB compliant), safety-critical worker assessments, pre-employment screenings, confined space medicals, working at height assessments, and night worker health evaluations.
What to Bring
- Your employer’s medical form or referral letter (if provided)
- Your current driving licence or photo ID
- Glasses or contact lenses if you wear them
- A list of any medications you currently take
- Any previous occupational health records if available
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 types of medical are covered under General Medical?
Forklift medicals, safety-critical worker assessments, pre-employment/pre-placement screenings, confined space medicals, working at height assessments, night worker health checks, and any other workplace-required health evaluation not covered by our driver, taxi, airside, or management referral services.
How long does a general medical take?
Most general medicals take 20-30 minutes, depending on the complexity of the role and specific health assessments required by your employer.
What should I bring?
Photo ID, your employer's medical form (if provided), glasses or contact lenses if you wear them, a list of current medications, and details of any medical conditions.
Is this medical suitable for forklift operators?
Yes. Our general medical includes all HSE-recommended checks for forklift and powered industrial truck operators, including vision, hearing, cardiovascular, and musculoskeletal assessments.
Can my employer request specific tests?
Yes. We tailor the assessment to your employer's requirements. Common additions include drug and alcohol screening, audiometry, and spirometry.
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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From £95 · Same-day certificate · GMC-registered doctor