Joining the Practice
Applying to join the practice
We have an open list. Anyone within the practice area may apply to join the practice
list.
To join the practice list you will need to complete a GMS1 form and an health questionnaire.
Separate forms are required for each person. These forms will normally be given
to you by reception when you book your joining medical. They will need to be given
to the doctor or nurse at the time of your medical.
Whilst you will not be admitted on to the practice list until you have had the medical,
you may still make appointments for advice and treatment before you have had your
medical. However, you may be requested to complete a separate temporary resident
form.
Please note that we reserve the right to refuse patients admission on to the practice
list if we feel that we are not the practice that will best meet your health care
needs.
Treatment of non-patients
We do not normally see patients not registered with the practice.
However, in an emergency or where friends and relativesfrom outside the area
are visiting our own patients, we will make exceptions. In such cases, you will
be asked to fill out a temporary resident form by reception. Details of your treatment
will be passed on to your usual doctor.
Please note, non-EU residents may not be covered for treatment under the NHS
by reciprocal agreements. If you are a resident of a non-EU country, you should
ask whether any charges are applicable for your consultation and treatment before
you book an appointment, since payment will be required at the end of your appointment.
Practice Area
The practice area covers the following:
- Dunston
- Whickham
- Swalwell
- Whickham
- Lobley Hill
- Teams (up to Bensham Bank and the Redheugh Bridge)
If you move locally, or change your name, please inform reception of your
new details. It is also very helpful to have an up to date telephone number.
If you move out of the practice area, you will need to re-register with
another practice within your new area.
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