Here you will find any information relevant to you as a patient – please click the links for more information
Access to Medical Records
We are registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and comply with all relevant data protection legislation, including UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act. We are committed to protecting...
Communication Consent Form
Please complete the online form below to receive updates from the practice by text or email.
Compliments, Concerns and Complaints
Compliments We are always really keen to hear positive feedback from our patients so please do let us know when something has gone well for you so that we can...
Data Protection
At the Practice, we maintain both computer‑based and paper‑based records. These make up your personal and confidential medical file. Your Clinician is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, security and safe‑keeping...
GDPR Privacy Information Notice for Patients
Beacon Medical Practice is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled safely, securely and lawfully. This Privacy Information Notice explains how we use your data,...
Home Blood Pressure Monitoring Form
If you’ve been asked to monitor your blood pressure at home, it’s an important part of keeping you safe and helping us understand how your blood pressure behaves day‑to‑day. Home...
How GP Practices Use Your Information
Your Healthcare History We collect and hold information that includes information about you, your health and the treatment and advice that we provide. Sometimes information may be recorded about your...
How to Register
Beacon Medical Practice are currently accepting new patients at all three of our Surgeries. As well as in person, you can register online. This service makes it even easy to...
How Your GP Shares Information With Other Health Services
The Practice uses your information to provide safe, effective and coordinated care. Sharing information appropriately helps clinicians deliver better treatment, offer proactive advice, and ensure you receive the right support...
Named GP
As part of a new contractual requirements, all patients including children, registered at a GP practice are allocated a named accountable GP. The named accountable GP is responsible for the...
Other Policies
Freedom of Information Act The Freedom of Information Act 2000 recognises that members of the public have the right to know how public services are organised and run, how much...
Patient Behaviour - Zero Tolerance
We committed to providing a safe, respectful and supportive environment for patients, visitors and staff. We expect all colleagues to treat patients with courtesy, dignity and compassion, and we expect...
Patient Confidentiality
All staff at Beacon Medical Practice are bound by a strict confidentiality policy and receive comprehensive Information Governance training before starting work with us. Every member of our team understands...
Patient Rights and Responsibilities
We believe that every patient has the right to be treated with dignity, compassion and respect. You can expect our staff to provide care that is safe, professional and culturally...
Practice Boundary and Registration - Geographic Area
Our Practice provides care within a defined practice boundary, set in line with NHS guidance to ensure we can deliver safe, timely and equitable services. Our boundary covers approximately a...
Seat Belt Medical Exemption Requests
We receive only a small number of requests for seat belt exemption certificates each year. Although some GP’s at other practices may issue these, our practice does not. Our reasons...
Taking GLP-1 Weight-loss Medication Whilst Using Contraceptive or HRT Medication
Please read the information below carefully if you are using Mounjaro and are taking a Contraceptive tablet or oral HRT. If you feel this information applies to you, and you...
Updating Your Details
Keeping your personal information up to date helps us provide safe, timely and accurate care. If you change your name, address, telephone number, or any other key personal details, please...
Using This Website
The medical information provided on this website and on any external sites we link to, is intended to offer general health advice only. It is not a substitute for personalised...
You and Your GP Practice
You and Your General Practice (YYGP) is a national NHS resource designed to help patients understand what they can expect from their GP surgery and how to get the most...
Your Rights
When your doctor collects and keeps your information, they follow the principles and values set out in the NHS Constitution and they only use it for your benefit. Can I...
Date published: 8th October, 2014
Date last updated: 14th December, 2021
