Privacy and Your Records

Your health information

All information provided by you to the practice, whether to the GP or staff, is strictly confidential and will not be shared with any third party unless you request it or is required by law.

 

The information will only be accessed by the person who requested it or is authorised to do so.

 

Your privacy is protected using high levels of IT security. All staff are trained in the management of health information and confidentiality.

 

Sharing of your health information with other health professionals will always be discussed with you.

 

Your information is stored securely. If you wish to access your health information please discuss this with your doctor.

 

Copies of specialist letters should be requested direct from the specialist concerned.

 

We WILL NOT send emails containing health information to you or request any information, personal or health related.

 

Maintaining up to date contact information is essential, please let us know of any changes to your contact details, including your next of kin in case of an emergency or if we can not contact you for an urgent matter.