Measles cases are continuing to rise across the country, so please check you are fully vaccinated and, if not, call the practice to book an appointment for your vaccination. Also, if you are presenting with a rash and temperature DO NOT COME INTO THE PRACTICE but please call and speak to our reception team for advice.
Named Accountable GP
All patients registered at any GP practice are required to be allocated a named accountable GP.
What does ‘accountable’ mean?
The named accountable GP is responsible for the co-ordination of all appropriate services required under the contract and ensure they are delivered to each patient where required. However, this does not mean that they will be the only GP or clinician who will provide care to that patient. These responsibilities will be carried out within the opening hours of the Practice and do not change the way you currently access care outside these hours.
Will GP practices write to patients to inform them of their named GP?
No. However, we will inform patients of their named GP on request.
Can patients choose their own named GP?
The Practice will allocate a named GP for each patient. However, if a patient requests a different named GP, reasonable effort will be made to accommodate their preference.
Do patients have to see their named GP when they book an appointment?
No, having a named accountable GP does not prevent you seeing any other doctor in the practice. Your named GP will not be available at all times and if your needs are urgent, you may need to discuss them with an alternative doctor. All your records are available to every doctor in the surgery.