HealthBridge was founded to meet a growing need in a rapidly evolving world of work: timely, expert, and accessible occupational health support without the bureaucracy, delays, or rigid structures often associated with traditional services.
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the workplace has changed dramatically. Remote working, digital healthcare, and the demand for faster, more flexible support have redefined expectations.
We recognised a clear gap: individuals and employers needing swift, clinically sound occupational health advice, especially in non-safety-critical roles, without being held back by long NHS waiting times or the logistical challenges of face-to-face clinics. HealthBridge bridges that gap. We offer:
-Remote, video-based consultations using secure, GDPR-compliant platforms
-UK-wide coverage, including England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland
-Clear, tailored reports that are medically robust and workplace-relevant
Whether you're an employer needing a fitness-to-work opinion or an individual navigating return-to-work concerns, HealthBridge delivers high-quality assessments with clarity, compassion, and no unnecessary delays.
We're not confined by geography, and neither should your access to good occupational health advice be.
At HealthBridge, we don’t just complete paperwork. We help people move forward confidently, safely, and with expert support behind them.
Dr. James Stanley (GMC 7285162) is a UK-trained General Practitioner with over 13 years of experience delivering high-quality care across both NHS and private sectors.
Throughout his career, he has held leadership roles in GP partnerships, championed innovation in new service areas such as medical aesthetics, and developed a strong reputation in occupational health, supporting employees and employers alike with clear, evidence-based advice.
Having witnessed first-hand the inefficiencies and frustrations that often delay return-to-work processes, Dr. Stanley founded HealthBridge to offer a smarter, faster, and more human alternative. His mission is to simplify occupational health without compromising clinical rigour or compassion.
With deep insight into both medical and organisational challenges, he brings a uniquely balanced perspective. Whether advising HR teams on complex employee cases or guiding individuals back to work, his approach is forward-thinking, clinically robust, and genuinely supportive.
Dr. Stanley is committed to making occupational health clear, timely, and human-centred, ensuring people and businesses can move forward with confidence.
HealthBridge also works in collaboration with trusted affiliates across specialist areas of employee wellbeing, including mental health, neurodiversity, and musculoskeletal support, allowing clients to access a truly comprehensive, joined-up service when needed.
At HealthBridge, we understand that workplace wellbeing is rarely one-dimensional. That’s why we’re proud to collaborate with trusted affiliates such as ReechUs - a leading provider of workplace mental health and wellbeing services across the UK. Through our affiliate network, we can connect organisations and employees with a broad range of specialist support, ensuring a seamless and comprehensive approach to health at work.
Our à la carte occupational health assessments combine GP expertise with specialist OH insights, providing employers with authoritative evaluations for individual cases. Conducted remotely by a GMC-registered GP and Occupational Health Physician, these reviews ensure compliance with UK workplace health regulations while addressing both clinical and occupational needs. Our remote assessments are designed to minimize delays-we typically do not require GP records unless you voluntarily share them.
Need quick, expert guidance on an occupational health issue? Our 15-minute HR advice call provides actionable solutions for employee health concerns, workplace adjustments, or compliance questions. Ideal for one-off queries requiring prompt professional input.
Specialist recommendations for workplace modifications to support employees with health conditions or disabilities. Our report outlines practical, legally sound adjustments tailored to the employee’s role and employer’s resources.
A comprehensive remote assessment for employees post-absence, ensuring a safe and sustainable return. Includes a detailed report with recommended adjustments (if needed) and a 48-hour turnaround. Compliant with HSE and Equality Act 2010 standards.
Determines an employee’s medical fitness for specific job demands, including GP record reviews (with consent). Essential for new hires and role changes in non safety-critical positions. Report includes redaction of third-party data per GDPR.
A 60-minute in-depth consultation assessing workplace mental health risks, stress triggers, or neurodiversity needs. Includes a confidential report with management strategies and follow-up action points.
Identifies patterns in recurring absences, with data-driven recommendations to reduce long-term leave. Includes trend analysis, prognosis, and employer action plan. Ideal for persistent or complex cases.
A 30-minute Microsoft Teams review session, typically offered 4-6 weeks after an initial assessment or adjustment recommendation. The purpose is to check progress, review any workplace adjustments in place, address new issues, refine recommendations, and produce a short update report for the employer.
A remote consultancy service in which HealthBridge reviews an existing workplace sickness/absence/return-to-work or occupational health policy and identifies gaps, gives feedback and produces a revised draft policy.
Designed by a GP with occupational health experience, these tiered packages offer employers seamless access to dual-perspective medical insights. Benefit from both general practice and OH-specific knowledge, ensuring workplace recommendations are clinically sound and pragmatically actionable. Packages include cumulative savings of 15–25%, priority scheduling, and annual health trend reports tailored by a physician who understands both employee wellbeing and employer compliance needs.
Ideal for startups and small teams (<10 staff). Includes: :
1 occupational health assessment/month (save 15% vs. one-off)
Email support (response within 3 working days)
15-minute HR advice call/month (valued at £60)
Flexible and cost-effective for occasional OH needs.
Perfect for growing businesses (11–50 staff) needing proactive support.
Everything in Basic Bridge, PLUS:
2 assessments/month (save 20% vs. one-offs)
Priority booking (guaranteed appointment within 5 working days)
Urgent query resolution (response within 2 working days)
The ultimate package for medium-large employers (51+ staff) managing complex OH demands.
All Growth Bridge benefits, PLUS:
5 assessments/month (save 25% vs. one-offs)
Same-day email support for critical issues
Annual OH summary report (valued at £199)
10% discount on extras (e.g., additional reports, priority turnaround)
Enhance your occupational health support with add-ons designed by a clinician experienced in both primary care and workplace health. Whether expediting reports for urgent cases or analyzing annual workforce trends, these services leverage GP-level diagnostic skills alongside OH-specific frameworks to deliver nuanced, actionable outcomes.
Need a second opinion or supplementary report? Add a tailored follow-up document to any assessment, with the same rigorous standards as your initial review.
A concise, anonymized overview of yearly workplace health trends, including absence causes, adjustment outcomes, and compliance highlights. Provides actionable insights for strategic planning.
Need your report urgently? Guaranteed 24-hour delivery for time-sensitive cases. Ideal for fast-paced industries or urgent compliance deadlines.
All occupational health assessments are conducted remotely by a fully GMC-registered General Practitioner. These services are intended for occupational health use only and do not replace routine NHS or private medical care. HealthBridge is fully indemnified for all services provided.
