CONFIDENTIALITY

We ask you for information so that you can receive care and treatment.  This information is recorded on the computer and we are registered under the Data Protection Act.  The practice will ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times by all members of the practice team.  However, for the effective functioning of a multi-disciplinary team it is necessary that medical information about you is shared between members of the team..

ACCESS TO MEDICAL RECORDS

You have a right to access your health records.  To do so please contact Amy Jose’ or Heidi Hewitt who will inform you of the correct procedure and any costs involved.

INFORMATION SHARING

The practice complies with the Data protection and Access medical records legislation.  Please see the practice leaflet “how we use your health records” which provides full details on:

  • Why the NHS collects information about you and how it is used
  • Who we may share information with
  • Your right to see your health records and how we keep yourrecords confidential