You can now access a variety of services online without having to phone or visit the surgery.
NHS App
The easiest way to access your medical record, order repeat medication and contact your doctor is to use the NHS App. You can register through the app, without having to contact the surgery. More information is available here.
Online services offered
- Cancelling appointments
- Viewing test results
- Ordering repeat prescriptions
- Viewing your patient record
- Amending your personal details
- Completing questionnaires about your health
Our online services are quick, easy and convenient to use from a smartphone, tablet or computer.
They will save you time and help you take more control of your health, particularly if you have any long-term medical conditions which require regular monitoring and prescriptions.
Getting started
Due to the current COVID-19 crises we are issuing patients with login details over the phone, do not attend the Surgery.
To begin using GP Online Services you simply need to bring in two forms of identification (one of which must have a photo) and fill in a short form at reception.
Our Reception Team will scan and return your documents then give you your personal login details and password. You will then be able to log in and access online services straight away.
Please note we look closely at all applications for access to make sure they are genuine.
Access can also be withdrawn at any time if there are concerns about patient confidentiality.
Once you have been given login details you can log in through the patient portal:
It is easier and quicker to order your repeat prescriptions via our online service. Simply log in and select an option.
Due to the current COVID-19 crises we are issuing patients with login details over the phone, do not attend the Surgery.
Abuse of the Online System
Abuse of the system includes, but is not exclusive to the following:
- Sending needless or abusive messages to the Practice
- Repeatedly booking and cancelling appointments
- Repeatedly booking appointments over a short period of time
- Booking appointments and not attending them
- Any offensive or abusive messages through the service
- Requesting prescriptions that you do not need.
Proxy access
If you are the parent of any children under the age of 12 you will need to fill in a ‘proxy’ access form to view their details. You can also grant access to a carer if you wish.
Security
We take the security of your information very seriously. Our clinical systems provider ensures that the information you provide when using the online services portal is protected. All communications with the web site are encrypted, using the same high security that major banks use for their internet transactions (128 bit SSL). Only you can see the personal information you enter.
Using the most up-to-date version of your web browser also improves security of information. Remember to close the browser after use, especially if someone else could access your computer.