Bridge Street Family Practice - Information for new patients wishing to join the doctors surgery

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Prescriptions to be ordered via our email system, reception.Z00606@gp.hscni.net

We have changed how we do things in the current Covid-19 situation. Please be aware that all appointments need to be made after a GP has assessed your need.

We are recruiting for a temporary administrative assistant. click on the link for more details and how to apply

https://www.indeedjobs.com/bridge-street-family-practice/_hl/en_GB?cpref=JXWAtnzf3XWjLOi4YeVNLqF8RN6a-VzuUNxa-4R5tSE

The process for driving medicals has had to change- please ring and ask for guidance on how to book this appointment.

We are a self-care awareness practice:

If you have a problem and you feel the need to talk or need medical advice the following helplines are available:

We have more services listed on our Counselling and Support services page

The Samaritans: 0845 90 90 90

Lifeline: (24hr) 0808 808 8000

Drink Helpline (24hr) 080091 78282

Drugs Helpline: (24hr) 0800 11 11

Foyle Search & Rescue: 02871 313 800

Out of Hours GP: 02871 865195 (6pm-8am Mon-Fri and all weekend)

Registration

Pre-registration

Registration Forms

New Patient Registration

nurse_senior_bp To register with the Practice, you must produce a Medical Card or complete a form known as a HS22X (you can obtain one at the reception desk) along with photographic identification and proof of residency, which are sent to HSC Business Services Organisation (Government Agency in Northern Ireland) who decide on your eligibility to register with a GP in Northern Ireland.

New patients will be invited to attend the Healthcare Assistant for their first appointment. She will take your Medical History and check your Blood pressure, weight and height. Inform the Healthcare Assistant of any medical concerns which you might have or any current medication which you must take (that is medication prescribed by your former GP) for an existing medical condition. New patients who do not attend their new patient appointment will not be registered or accepted anytime in the future by the practice.

You can also enquire about lifestyle and health promotion e.g. stop smoking plans, advice on reducing your alcohol intake and weight management.

The Reception staff will inform you of the registration procedure and answer any questions you might have.

Staff should also provide you with a copy of our Complaints Policy.

If you fail to keep your “new patient” registration appointment without explanation you will not be offered another appointment.

Pre-registration with the practice

You must attend in person to register with this practice and produce photographic identification.

Please bring your old medical card (if you have one) with you.

When you register you will also be asked to fill out a medical questionnaire. This is because it can take a considerable time for us to receive your medical records.

See below if you wish to print a copy of our health questionnaire. You must bring the COMPLETED questionnaire to your new patient appointment.

New Patient Health Questionnaire

In order to obtain a medical card you need to fill in an application form, which is called HS22X. This form is available in English and in a range of other languages. Please click on the respective links below to download the form in English and/or in translation.