Reception can explain patient registration and appointment arrangements.
New patient enquiries
Ask whether the practice is accepting new patients and what registration requires.
Your first visit
The practice explains forms, fees, appointment length and relevant records.
Returning for a review
Book the appointment type recommended for your follow-up.
The right appointment for the conversation
Reception can help identify the suitable booking type.
New patient consultation
An initial clinical consultation with time arranged for the person’s concerns and relevant background.
Review appointment
A planned appointment to discuss an existing concern, findings or care arrangements.
Travel health enquiry
Ask about a dedicated consultation and allow time to discuss your itinerary with a clinician.
Fewer unknowns before you arrive.
Practice Guide brings the practical information together so you can ask informed questions before your first appointment. Clinical advice and decisions belong in a consultation.
A look around the practice
A visual introduction to the appointment setting.
First visit questions
Registration and booking details.
Can I transfer records from another practice?+
Ask reception about the consent and private records-transfer process.
Can reception give a travel recommendation by email?+
Travel health questions need an appropriate clinical appointment. Reception can discuss booking and timing.
Experiences of our service
Feedback about communication, access and the experience of care.
What stood out: a clear introduction for new patients and returning reviews.
Illustrative feedback exampleSample wording to demonstrate this component, not a customer review.Your new space starts without testimonials. Add genuine feedback with permission.
Begin with reception.
New patient and routine booking enquiries.
Practice registration enquiry
Ask about availability, registration and appointment arrangements.
Example enquiry form. Enable your Contact inbox to receive private messages on your own space.