new doctor

[splurge]

how do i sign up with a doctor? do i need to obtain anything from my old doctor? i have just moved and have been with the doctors at my old address since i was born and i'm not sure how i go about changing to one closer. Please help!

[joko]

ususally you just go in and register, they will get your notes etc themselves

[electricblue]

yep,thats what i did,tell them you've just moved to the area and can you register with them,they'll ask your old dr address and arrange for the notes to be sent over!

[splurge]

that simple?!!!

took forever to sort out a dentist!

do doctors have large waiting lists?

[scatty mare]

You don't need anything from your old doctor. Just take your medical card to the GP who has accepted you as a new patient.

http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/index/family_par ent/health/frequently_asked_questions_about_he alth.htm#CanIchangemydoctor

[kazza12345]

btw, depending on where you live some gp surgeries may ask to see your passport before you register (to make sure you are entitled to gp services) Most of them will make you fill in a questionaire, and be seen by the practice nurse too.

[enigma]

I moved house last September and after registering with our new GP , my husband and I were required to have a medical with the practice nurse before we could make any appointments at the surgery. We had to give her a rundown of our previous ailments , allergies etc which I couldn't understand because our medical files were in the process of being transferred from our previous surgery. Although your new surgery will request your notes from your previous GP , you will probably be required to fill out forms for every member of your family whom you intend to register and you should bear in mind that it is up to your new GP whether they will accept you at their practice. Although you choose them , your new surgery can say yes or no but let's face it , they are not really going to turn you down are they ? Only in exceptional circumstances I would reckon.