Patient Confidentiality

All information which the Practice holds about patients remains confidential at all times and will not be disclosed to a third party outside of the NHS without the written consent of the patient.

Some information may be reported within the NHS, this includes data which may be required to enable research and training of staff and the planning of health services .

Wherever possible this information remains anonymous. If you have concerns about how this information will be used, please discuss this with your GP who will explain how you can refuse to consent to this.

Information can be provided to the patient, by arrangement.

Copies of medical records may be provided although this may incur a charge.