Patient Information

Here you can find out how to register at our Practice and read other important information for patients.

You can find out more by clicking on the links.

Access to medical records

You have a right under the Data Protection Act 1998 to request access to view or to obtain copies of what information the surgery holds about you and to have...

Accessible Information

Here at South Axholme Practice, we want to provide you with information in a way that you can understand and also ensure that you find it easy to communicate with...

Carers

Are you a Carer? A carer is anyone who cares, unpaid, for a friend or family member who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction cannot...

Complaints and compliments

The Practice has a complaints policy. Complaints should be made in the first instance to the Reception or Dispensary Manager, where appropriate. If this is not appropriate, complaints should be...

How to register

Catchment area Before filling out a registration form, check you are in our catchment area. You can also contact the practice to find out if you can register as a...

Mesothelioma

Mesothelioma is a type of cancer that develops in the lining that covers the outer surface of some of the body’s organs. It’s usually linked to asbestos exposure. Mesothelioma mainly...

Named GP

All patients are allocated a named accountable GP. Having a named GP does not prevent you from seeing any other doctor in the Practice. Your named GP will not be...

Patient Confidentiality, Privacy Notice and GDPR

Privacy notices GP GDPR Privacy Notice v3.9 March 26  COVID19 Privacy Notice v7.1 March 26 SAP GP GDPR Children Privacy Notice v6 March 26 SAP GP GDPR Candidate Privacy Notice...

Patient rights and responsibilities

You have the right to be treated with respect and without discrimination but certain responsibilities are also expected of you – for example if you are unable to keep an...

Referrals

If you have been referred to hospital there is now the facility for patients to manage their referral online allowing you to book, check, change, and cancel your appointments online...

Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable Adults

Safeguarding is everyone’s business All the surgery staff have safeguarding training and are always willing to talk to anyone concerned about the safety of a member of our community. Here...

Updating your details

To update details like your name, address, phone numbers or email address: use your NHS account (using the NHS website or NHS App) phone or visit the surgery, when we are...

Useful links

Please find a selection of useful links below… Age Concern Adult Information Hub  Alzheimers Society Beat Eating Disorders Bereavement Advice Business Ideas, Employment, Housing and Financial Guide for Veterans The...

Using this website

The medical information on this website, and on any sites linked to from this website, gives general advice only and SHOULD NOT be used as a substitute for the personal...

Violent and abusive behaviour

As an employer, the Practice has a duty to care for the health and safety of its staff. The Practice also has a legal responsibility to provide a safe and...

Date published: 8th October, 2014
Date last updated: 20th September, 2017