Abbey Meads Medical Centre

Penhill Surgery

Patient confidentiality

We respect your right to privacy and keep all your health information confidential and secure. It is important that the NHS keeps accurate and up-to-date records about your health and treatment so that those treating you can give you the best possible care.

This information may be used for management and audit purposes. However, it is usually only available to, and used by, those involved in your care. You have the right to know what information we hold about you. If you would like to see your records please contact the Practice Manager.

eConsult

We use eConsult to assist us in delivering healthcare services to our patients that register to use eConsult. When you register to use eConsult, you give your explicit consent (permission) for eConsult to collect and use your personal information for the services provided by eConsult.

eConsult may share your personal data with us if you submit blood pressure readings, require an appointment, fit note or test results.

Full details about how eConsult will process your personal information can be found on their privacy notice here

Date published: 10th October, 2014
Date last updated: 5th January, 2023