How to get an appointment?
Remember to cancel your GP appointment if you are no longer able to attend
Each appointment costs an average of £30, putting the total cost to the NHS at more than £216million pounds on top of the disruption for staff and fellow patients that would pay for:
- The annual salary of 2,325 full time GPs
- 224, 640 cataract operations
- 58,320 hip replacement operations
- 216,000 drug treatment courses for Alzheimer’s
- The annual salary of 8, 424 full time community nurses
Steps for Patients to Request any Medical Advice Using SystmConnect :
- Access the Portal:
Use the SystmConnect portal or your GP practice’s version of it (linked to SystmOne). The login details are typically provided by your GP surgery, note this is not mandatory,
- Navigate to the Medical Advice Section:
Once logged in, you’ll likely see various sections for booking appointments, ordering prescriptions, and requesting medical advice.
Look for the relevant option to you.
- Fill Out the Form:
You may be asked to fill in a form that requests details about your symptoms, medical history, or the reason for your enquiry.
Provide as much relevant information as possible, including any current medications or conditions.
- Submit the Request:
Once you’ve completed the form, submit your request. The GP practice will receive the request and respond according to their usual process (which could involve a follow-up phone call, an in-person appointment, or an online response).
- Receive Advice or Follow-Up:
Your GP will review your request and provide medical advice through the portal or contact you for further consultation, either via phone or by booking a follow-up appointment.