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Why are GP practices still working differently

If the pandemic is over why can’t I book a face to face GP appointment?

You can. For most appointments in the practice you will be given the choice of a face to face appointment or a telephone call. 

Most GP practices are open and some are working differently in order to protect patients and staff.

In order to protect the most clinically vulnerable people who are in contact with our health services, some physical distancing requirements remain in place. We no longer ask you to wear a mask, however should you wish to do so you can..

Why do reception staff ask personal questions?

GP reception staff are vital members of the practice team and treat all information as confidential.

They ask questions to ensure that patients are directed to the best support, within and outwith the practice.

They are trained to ensure patients are seen by the most appropriate member of the practice team and ensure GPs can prioritise the patients with the greatest clinical need.

Why am I seeing someone who is not my GP?

Many GP practices have teams of specialists working alongside the GPs.

These teams have widened and may included Nurses, Health Care Assistants, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Pharmacists, Physiotherapists, Mental Health workers and Community Link workers.

Your needs may be dealt with more effectively by one of these team members.

Where else can I get help?

NHS Inform (www.nhsinform.scot) has lots of information to help you to help yourself.

Community Pharmacists can help with many common illnesses and can prescribe some medications.

Community Optometrists will advise people with urgent eye complaints.

Community Dentists will manage any dental problems.

What about emergencies?

If you have an urgent health issue please contact your GP practice during the day.

If you have an urgent issues and think you need to go to the Emergency Department, please call NHS 24 on 111, day or night.

If you have a life-threatening emergency please call 999 or go to your local Emergency Department.

Please be patient. Please be kind

All our health services are under enormous pressure and our staff are working extremely hard. We are open and here if needed. Please work with us to help us ensure you get the right care, in the right place and at the right time by the appropriate health professional for your needs.

Please treat those who are trying to help you with respect and kindness.

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