Rapid Diagnostic Centre

You have been referred to the Rapid Diagnostic Centre because your GP feels the symptoms you are experiencing need investigating quickly. In some cases these symptoms could be a sign of cancer.

You may have already had a series of tests arranged by your GP, such as blood tests or chest x-ray. It is likely that as part of the referral to the Rapid Diagnostic Centre we will arrange additional tests to help the clinical team make a diagnosis.

How we support you

Meet the team

Dr Mark A Quinn - Clinical Lead Rapid Diagnostic Centre
Dr Ajay Muddu - Consultant Gastroenterologist
Jo Clark - Rapid Diagnostic Centre Advanced Specialist Nurse
Lizzie Mitchell - Rapid Diagnostic Centre Advanced Specialist Nurse
Laura Trout - Rapid Diagnostic Centre Pathway Navigator
Vicki Capes - Rapid Diagnostic Centre Medical Secretary

Contact us

The Rapid Diagnostic Centre is based at York Hospital and can be contacted directly on 07929184933.

We are available between 8:30am – 4pm Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays).
If calling out of hours, please leave a message and a member of the team will get back to you.

Edited: 17/11/2025

Resident doctor strike action

Resident doctors will be taking strike action from 7am on 17 December to 7am on 22 December. Some appointments and procedures may be affected. If your appointment needs to be changed, we will contact you.

If you've not heard from us, please attend your appointment as planned.

Please continue to come forward for care, particularly in an emergency or life-threatening situation. Use NHS 111 to find the most appropriate service for your needs.