GPs can refer patients to St John of God University Hospital using:
HealthLink (eReferrals) – The fastest and most efficient method via HealthLink or through your practice management system (Socrates, HealthOne, Helix)
Healthmail – Securely send clinical information via [email protected]
Post – Send completed referral forms to:
Admissions Office, St John of God University Hospital CLG, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin, A94 FH92
Making a Referral via HealthLink
Log in to HealthLink through your practice management system (Socrates, HealthOne, Helix, etc.)
Select Private Hospital
Choose St John of God University Hospital – Inpatient Services
Submit the referral
Making a Referral via Healthmail
Download the appropriate referral form
Email the completed form securely to [email protected]
What Happens Next?
The Admissions Officer contacts the patient to discuss the next steps
The referring doctor is notified separately about the referral status
Why Use eReferrals?
✔ Faster processing times – Reduces lead time for scheduling appointments
✔ Easy and user-friendly – Accessible from your practice management system
✔ Secure & confidential – Ensures safe transfer of patient information
✔ Direct access to care – Connects your patients to high-quality services
Referrals for outpatient services at St John of God University Hospital can be made via HealthLink, Healthmail, post, or fax. To facilitate the quickest appointment scheduling, we recommend addressing referral letters to "Dear Doctor", or directly to a specific consultant if preferred.
How to Refer
HealthLink (eReferrals) – The Fastest and Most Efficient Method
Submit referrals quickly and securely through HealthLink or via your practice management system (Socrates, HealthOne, Helix).
Healthmail – Secure Electronic Referrals
Send clinical information securely via [email protected].
Post – Send Completed Referral Letters To:
Outpatient Services
St John of God University Hospital
Stillorgan, Co. Dublin
A94 FH92
Making a Referral via HealthLink
Log in to HealthLink through your practice management system (Socrates, HealthOne, Helix, etc.).
Select Private Hospital.
Choose St John of God University Hospital – Outpatient Services.
Submit the referral.
Making a Referral via Healthmail
Address referral letters to "Dear Doctor" or a specific consultant.
Email the completed referral letter securely to [email protected].
What Happens Next?
The patient will be contacted directly with their appointment details.
The referring doctor will receive separate confirmation of the referral and appointment status.
For urgent outpatient queries, contact our Referral and Assessment Service at 01-277 1450 during office hours.
For assistance outside office hours, please call 01-277 1400.
Why Use eReferrals?
✔ Faster processing times – Reduces lead time for scheduling appointments
✔ Easy and user-friendly – Accessible from your practice management system
✔ Secure & confidential – Ensures safe transfer of patient information
✔ Direct access to care – Connects your patients to high-quality services
Involuntary Referrals
Care and Treatment for Involuntary Service Users: At St John of God University Hospital, we ensure compassionate and comprehensive mental health care. Involuntary admissions are conducted strictly in accordance with the Mental Health Act to safeguard the individual and those around them.
Important: All referrals must be submitted via our encrypted email address: [email protected]. We no longer accept referrals via fax. Please ensure that all documentation is scanned and attached to a single secure email.
Referral Instructions
If the person being referred is under the care, or was recently under the care, of another Consultant Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Service, the referral must be made by that Consultant or Service.
Download and complete our Referral Form by [insert link or reference to website/download location].
Ensure the appropriate Application Form (Form 1, 2, 3 or 4 – Applicant) and Recommendation Form (Form 5 – GP) are filled in accurately and within 24 hours of each other.
Email the completed forms and referral documentation to [email protected].
Additional Notes
These forms must be inspected by the Hospital’s authorised staff before the patient can be admitted. Inaccurate or incomplete forms may result in delays.
The original Mental Health Act paperwork (Forms 1–5) must accompany the patient to the Hospital with either a family member or the Assisted Admission Team. These are statutory documents required for legal detention.
To arrange the assistance of an Assisted Admission Team, please contact the Admissions Office at 01 277 1450 (Monday to Friday, 8.30am–8.00pm) or 01 277 1400 (outside these hours and at weekends).
Mental Health Commission Forms 1–5 can be downloaded as follows:
Form 1: Application (to a registered Medical Practitioner) by Spouse or Civil Partner or Relative
Form 2: Application (to a Registered Medical Practioner) by an Authorised Officer
Form 3: Application (to a Registered Medical Practitioner) by a member of An Garda Síochána
Form 4: Application (to a Registered Medical Practitioner) by any other person
Form 5: Recommendation (by a Registered Medical Practitioner)
* Assisted Admission Team
This is a specialised statutory service designated by the Irish Mental Health Act 2001/09. The service provides a safe and discreet client and family-centred service throughout the country, which assists the person with mental health and/or learning disability issues and who is unwilling to go to hospital voluntarily for assessment.
Proper Documentation: Accurate completion of all necessary documentation.
Qualified Assessment: Thorough assessments by qualified mental health professionals.
For more information, refer to the Mental Health Commission’s booklet on involuntary admission. We support you and your loved ones through every step of the mental health care journey.
Download Forms
You can also make a referral through email or post.
Please submit all emails to [email protected]. For Post, you can send completed forms to Admissions Office, St John of God University Hospital CLG, Stillorgan Co Dublin, A94FH92.
GPs can refer patients to St John of God University Hospital using:
HealthLink (eReferrals) – The fastest and most efficient method via HealthLink or through your practice management system (Socrates, HealthOne, Helix)
Healthmail – Securely send clinical information via [email protected]
Post – Send completed referral forms to:
Admissions Office, St John of God University Hospital CLG, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin, A94 FH92Fax – Submit completed forms to 01-277 1455 (Our fax machine is secure and accessible only by designated staff)
Making a Referral via HealthLink
Log in to HealthLink through your practice management system (Socrates, HealthOne, Helix, etc.)
Select Private Hospital
Choose St John of God University Hospital – Inpatient Services
Submit the referral
Making a Referral via Healthmail
Download the appropriate referral form
Email the completed form securely to [email protected]
What Happens Next?
The Admissions Officer contacts the patient to discuss the next steps
The referring doctor is notified separately about the referral status
Why Use eReferrals?
✔ Faster processing times – Reduces lead time for scheduling appointments
✔ Easy and user-friendly – Accessible from your practice management system
✔ Secure & confidential – Ensures safe transfer of patient information
✔ Direct access to care – Connects your patients to high-quality services
Any Questions
For referral queries, contact our Referral and Assessment Service at 01-277 1450 during office hours. For assistance outside office hours, please call 01-277 1400.
