News & Insights
Practical insights from private GPs, checked and kept up to date, plus dated posts from our archive. New writing goes out first in The Beat.
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- Insights
View from a private GP: How should independent GPs communicate with NHS GPs?
With the patient's consent, send the NHS GP a short note after each private consultation, covering problems, relevant findings and medicines, and be clear about who is responsible for what. Secure electronic transfer into the practice's workflow over MESH is the most reliable route, with encrypted email or the patient as fallbacks.
- Insights
Online booking: time-saving genius or more hassle than it's worth?
We think online booking is worth it for almost every private GP service. It saves reception time, patients prefer it and it lets you take payment upfront. The downsides, mainly patients booking the wrong appointment, can be managed with clear appointment types.
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