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OTHER INFORMATION

Emergencies

If you are confronted by a serious problem such as acute chest pain or severe bleeding, call an ambulance (tel 999) before calling the surgery.

Hospital Letters

If you are making an appointment to see the doctor regarding a letter from the hospital, please check first to see if we have received the letter. This will save your time and the doctor's time.

Carers

If you are looking after a partner, relative or friend who is ill or has a disability please let us know. With your permission we will put you on our Carers' Register. We can also put you in touch with the Carers' Support Service.

Removal Of Patients From The Practice List

In the event of a patient being removed from the practice list, the practice will provide a written explanation of the reasons for such action and provide that patient with information on how to find a new GP.

Freedom Of Information - Publication Scheme

The Freedom of Information Act 2000 obliges the practice to produce a Publication Scheme. A Publication Scheme is a guide to the 'classes' of information the practice intends to routinely make available. This scheme is available on www.foi.nhs.uk/practice?1d-1814