Named GP

We assign all new and existing patients with a named accountable GP to oversee their care.

The named GP is largely a role of oversight. It reassures patients they have one GP who is responsible for their care.

• Patients do not need to see their named GP when they book an appointment with the practice.
• Patients are entitled to choose to see any GP, nurse or other clinician in the practice.
• The named GP works with relevant health and social care professionals to deliver a multi-disciplinary care package that meets the needs of the patient.
• The named GP ensures that these patients have access to a health check as set out in section 7.9 of the standard GMS contract.
• The named GP will not take on 24 hour responsibility for the patient, or have to change their working hours.

Patients can still choose to see any GP in the surgery. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate their preference.

If you have a preference or want to know who your named GP is, you can contact us for more information.