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Family Doctor (GP)

It is important to choose the surgery and doctor (in the UK called a GP) are most likely to meet your needs. You can choose the surgery and doctor you would like to be registered with, providing you live within that surgery's designated traveling area, and the doctor is willing to accept you on his/her list.

If you do live outside the catchment area for that surgery, please check that the particular surgery you have chosen is able to take you.

Doctor & NurseThe following is a list of various factors to consider in choosing a surgery/doctor:

  • Do the doctors and other staff speak other languages?
  • Are there a range of clinics and services available?
  • Are there male and/or female doctors available?
  • Is the surgery accessible by public transport?
  • Is it accessible for wheelchairs/people with disabilities?
  • Are there experienced or newly qualified doctors at the practice?
  • Is there access available to other doctors within the practice?
  • What are the surgery's practices regarding same-day appointments, and home visits?

 

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