Information for New Patients

Registration is a quick and easy process which involves completing two simple forms. These can be downloaded (link below). We are pleased to announce that we are currently registering new patients and have the capacity in our list size to accomodate new residents in the area. The practice does not discriminate on the grounds of: sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic origin, marital status, age, gender, social class, age, religion, sexual orientation, appearance, disability or medical condition. You will also be asked to produce proof of your identity and residency.

Change of Details

Please advise the reception staff should you change your name, address, telephone number or any other personal information recorded in your casenotes.  Remember to also inform the hospital if you’re waiting for an appointment or having treatment.  If you move house outwith the practice area you should register with another GP as soon as you move.

Entitlement to NHS Treatment for Overseas Visitors

The practice recognises that patients who are visitors to the UK may require to have medical treatment while they are here.  Unfortunately not all visitors to the UK are entitled to free NHS treatment.  This is dependant on certain criteria being fulfilled, such as residency and reason for visiting the UK.  Patients will be asked to provide evidence of residency and photographic identification in all cases.

Where a patient is not eligible for free NHS treatment, the practice will provide services, however a fee will be chargeable.  All treatment that is considered exempt from charge for everyone, will be provided free of charge by the practice.  This includes treatment for an accident or an emergency, treatment of certain communicable diseases (although prescription charges may apply), compulsory mental health treatment, family planning andtreatment for sexually transmitted diseases.  

Patients who are not eligible for free NHS treatment will be required to pay the full costs.   This may include:  GP service charge, full prescription charges, test sampling (including laboratory charges) etc.  Where it is necessary to refer a patient for secondary care, patients should be aware that charges may apply as the practice will inform the service at the time of referral.

The below PDF file will open in your browser. Please print the form, fill it in, and then bring it to the practice. We also require proof of residency AND a utility bill. You may be required to produce other documentation.

Download New Patient Questionaire

Download Application to Register with a GP at Slateford Medical Centre.