How do I book a GP appointment?

How do I book a GP appointment?

Call your GP surgery or use their online services to book evening and weekend appointments. You may be able to get an appointment on the same day. You may be offered an appointment at: your GP surgery.

What do you say when you book a GP appointment?

Hello, my name is [say your first name]. I’m calling to book a long appointment with Dr [name of GP] on [day you’re available]. Thank you, I’d like to come at 3pm on Tuesday. I need extra time to discuss my concerns.

What is an online GP appointment?

An online doctor appointment is essentially a video consultation where you’ll discuss things as you normally would at an in-person appointment. With the myGP app, you can not only book an appointment with your GP but have an online doctor appointment on your smartphone, tablet, or computer.

Should I tell GP receptionist What’s wrong?

Reception staff, like all members of the team, are bound by confidentiality rules: – Any information given by you is treated strictly confidentially. – The practice would take any breach of confidentiality very seriously and deal with it accordingly.

How do I explain how I feel to my doctor?

How do I… describe symptoms to my doctor?

1. Tell your doctor how your symptoms feel.
2. Explain to or show your doctor the exact location in or on which you’re experiencing your symptoms.
3. Mention how long you’ve had your symptoms.
4. Note how frequently you have or notice symptoms.

Can you speak to your GP over the phone?

Making a GP appointment over the phone, in person and online. Appointments can be made by phoning the surgery and speaking to the receptionist or going to the health centre in person. Many surgeries use practice nurses to help patients who want an urgent or same day appointment.

How can I be a doctor online?

Get started in 3 simple steps

1. Download the app. Download the Practo Pro app and go to the consult section.
2. Complete verification process. Upload your registration and latest degree certificate, and a government-issued ID proof.
3. Enter your bank details.

What happens at telephone doctors appointment?

Patient details and payment are taken at the time of booking, together with your contact information for making the telephone call. Our doctor will call you at the appointed time. Speaking to a private doctor by telephone is a convenient way to discuss your health concerns in privacy and comfort.

Does the doctor call you for a phone appointment?

With a telephone appointment, your appointment will be done completely by phone. Your doctor will tell you if you should expect a call, OR if you should call the o ce for your appointment. How does a video appointment work? With a video appointment, your appointment will be like a face-to-face visit.

Is ask my GP good?

“It offers a good service for patients who want to access the GP at times they wouldn’t previously have been able to.” Being able to respond to patients in a medium of their choice, it’s much more responsive to their needs. “The biggest benefit of askmyGP is that it can save patients time,” Dr Gooch says.