About Vortex Medicals
Vortex Medicals provide professional, doctor-led firearms licence medical reports across England, Scotland and Wales. Every report is meticulously prepared by a GMC-registered GP, ensuring clinical integrity and full regulatory compliance throughout the assessment process.
Our team are active members of the shooting community, which gives us a unique perspective on the licensing process. We combine this grassroots understanding with professional medical expertise to support applicants with clear, efficient, and reassured service.
We focus on transparency and clinical governance to provide authoritative documentation for local police licensing units. Our streamlined processes are designed to be straightforward for both new applicants and those undergoing renewals.
Dr Jeremy Thornton
GP and Medical Director
A GMC-registered GP with over 35 years experience, specialising in clinical governance and authoritative medical reviews for firearms licensing. As a keen shooter, Jeremy understands the importance of the firearms medical.
The Team Behind Your Firearms Medical
Our applicants are supported by dedicated clinicians and staff who possess a specialist understanding of both clinical medicine and the nuances of UK firearms licensing.
Sam Berridge
Director and Clinical Lead
Director of Vortex Medical and clinical lead, Sam is a Specialist Paramedic in Critical Care working at the forefront of emergency medicine in the UK. A qualified firearms instructor, Sam ensures all medical reports are compiled efficiently and clinically accurate.
Nigel Berridge
Medical Co-ordinator
Nigel brings a whole host of firearms related experience and relations with firearms licensing units across the UK. As a Registered Firearms Dealer (RFD) Nigel understands the frustrations and has the knowledge and understanding of how to make the process as seamless as possible.
Danny Cooper
Head of Training
Dedicated to maintaining the highest clinical integrity through rigorous quality assurance and strict adherence to data protection laws. As head of training, Danny ensures the full Vortex team are up to date on the newest legislation