How Do I.... Register With The Practice?

For details on how to register with Bridges Medical Practice, please ask at reception where our staff will assist you in making the necessary appointments and completing the appropriate documentation.

We normally only accept patients who reside within our practice boundary. Please see the map page. A patient may apply to register with the practice if they live permanently within the practice boundary. If for any reason it is decided not to permit registration (the reasons may not relate to an applicant's race, gender, social class, age, religion, sexual orientation, appearance, disability or medical condition), the patient will be notified in writing as to the reason why, along with the Primary Care Trust's details and contact number for any queries.

Once patients are accepted onto Bridges Medical Practice list they then have the right to express a preference regarding who they see, but they then may have to delay their consultation until such a time that their preferred choice is available. Patients under the age of 16 must be seen with a parent or guardian.

How Do I.... Change My Details?

Please inform us immediately if you move home or change your telephone number. This is important, as we may need to contact you for a variety of reasons.

If you move out of the Practice Boundary or wish to change your Doctor for any reason, your medical card explains how to do this. However, if you have problems, please telephone the Family Health Services Agency on (0191) 219 6200 who will be able to give you advice.