Access to Medical Records
The practice is registered with the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018). Any request for access to notes by a patient, patient’s representative or outside body will be dealt with...
Allowing Access to Your Information
Third Party Access If you would like someone else to be able to contact and speak to practice staff on your behalf, you will need to complete one of our...
Assistance Completing our Online Form for Patients with Dyslexia
Patients with dyslexia contacting the practice via our online form (AccuRx) can use the speech-to-text function on their mobile device to help complete the form. To find out how to...
CCTV Policy
Closed circuit television (CCTV) is installed on the practice premises for the purposes of staff, patient and premises security. Cameras are located at various places on the premises, and images...
Chaperone Policy
Chaperones Introduction At this organisation, all patients will routinely be offered a chaperone, ideally at the time of booking an appointment. It is a requirement that, when necessary, chaperones...
Complaints and Compliments
Let the practice know your views. We may not always get it right all the time, so we appreciate feedback both positive and constructive. This allows us to give positive...
Do you have Communication Needs?
Do you have information or communication needs relating to a disability, impairment or sensory loss?
Named GP
All patients at Fremington Medical Centre have a named, accountable doctor who is responsible for coordinating their care. Your named doctor will be allocated to you by the practice. You...
New Patient Registration
We are extremely happy to receive new patient registrations from patients living within the practice boundary. If you are located on the edge of our practice boundary and are unsure...
NHS Health Check
The NHS Health Check is a free check-up of the health of your heart and blood vessels. It can tell you whether you’re at higher risk of getting certain health...
Patient Confidentiality
We respect your right to privacy and keep all your health information confidential and secure. It is important that the NHS keeps accurate and up-to-date records about your health and...
Patient Rights and Responsibilities
We aim to treat our patients courteously at all times and expect our patients to treat our staff in a similarly respectful way. It is your responsibility to keep your...
Pneumococcal Vaccine
The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against serious illnesses like pneumonia and meningitis. It’s recommended for babies, adults aged 65 and over, and people at higher risk of these illnesses. The...
Practice Boundary
Please use the map below to see if you live within our practice boundary.
Privacy
Privacy notice As data controllers, GPs have fair processing responsibilities under the Data Protection Act and GDPR law 2018. This means ensuring that your personal confidential data (PCD) is handled...
Research Codes for Consent and Dissent
New codes are now available for GP practices to record patient dissent or withdrawn dissent to participate in research. The new codes will help to identify and exclude patients from...
RSV Vaccine
The RSV vaccine helps protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common virus that can make babies and older adults seriously ill. It’s recommended during pregnancy and for adults aged...
Shingles Vaccine
The shingles vaccine helps protect against shingles. It’s available on the NHS for all adults turning 65, those aged 70 to 79, and those aged 18 and over with a...
Update Your Details
If you need to update your name, address, telephone number, email address or nominated pharmacy, please let us know by completing our online form below. Note: If you are moving...
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 or Abusive Behaviour
We take seriously any threatening, abusive or violent behaviour against any of our staff or patients. If a patient is violent or abusive, they will be warned to stop this...
Your Cholesterol
Cardiovascular Risk Score Cardiovascular Risk Score (QRISK2) Patient Information Leaflet Why have I been sent this leaflet? You are receiving this leaflet because you recently had a blood test to...
Date published: 20th September, 2023
Date last updated: 30th May, 2024