Register as a New Patient
Join us as a patient at Grey Gable Surgery.
Our Surgery Area
Grey Gable Surgery covers a wide area east of Worcester City.
To check whether you’re able to register with us, type your postcode into the Postcode Checker, see ‘Search’ in top right hand corner of the map.
If you live within our area, you can ask to be registered with the practice and, providing the practice list is not closed, you may be registered as a patient with the practice.
(Please note that some villages are not accurately mapped – please check with the Surgery on 01386 793007).
We look forward to hearing from you!
We’ve made a handy leaflet for anyone interested in our Surgery - for everything you need to know, we recommend clicking the button below to download the leaflet.
Joining the practice
If you have any difficulty completing forms by yourself, please just ask our reception team to help.
There are some restrictions on registration for visitors from abroad. For more information on this visit NHS For Visitors From Abroad
First - Complete the forms
You can complete the required forms in a way which suits you best. Click the relevant buttons below to complete our online registration or to download the required forms. You can also visit the Practice to complete the forms in person.
Note: whether you complete the forms at home or by visiting the Practice, both the Registration form and patient questionnaire must be completed by all patients.
Then - Visit us and speak to our friendly Reception team
Our Receptionists will explain how the surgery works and how you can access your prescriptions (or medications if you are a dispensing patient). We will also give you a urine specimen bottle and book your New Patient Check.
If you have a repeat prescription slip from your old surgery, please bring this with you. This helps us ensure a smooth transition in the event that electronic transfer of information is not possible.
We ask our new patients, if possible, to provide ID when registering. This is helpful should you request access to any historical records in the future. We also ask, if possible, for proof of address. This helps us prevent cases of prescription fraud. If you have no ID or fixed address, please still complete the registration forms and our team will speak to the Practice Manager regarding use of a proxy address.
Finally - confirmation of your registration
Once your registration has been processed, you will receive a text confirmation from us with a link to our practice leaflet.
Temporary residents.
If you are not registered with a GP but need to see one, you can get emergency treatment at any GP surgery.
If you need treatment for more than 14 days, you will need to register with that GP surgery as a temporary or permanent patient.
You can register as a temporary resident if you plan to live near the GP surgery for up to 3 months. After 3 months you will have to apply to register with that surgery as a permanent resident.
You can register temporarily with a GP surgery while away from home for work, study or on holiday. You’ll remain registered with your permanent GP surgery.
What information do I need?
Try to have the following information with you when you see a temporary GP for the first time:
details of any medical conditions you have
details of medical conditions you’ve had in the past
the name of any medicines you’re currently taking
details of anything you’re allergic to
contact details for your permanent or previous GP surgery
your NHS number
You’ll also need to complete a Temporary Resident Form (GMS3) which will be provided by our reception team.
Your Named GP.
Every patient has a named GP. This doctor has an important role to play in your healthcare. Some patients will already be aware of their named GP but if you would like to know, please just ask at reception or the next time that you call us.
Very little will change with your direct care. Your Named GP does NOT have to be the doctor you see most often, and you should continue to book appointments as usual.
The Named GP is designed to reassure patients there is a doctor to provide an oversight into your care. The responsibilities of your named GP will be to:
Take the lead responsibility for ensuring that the surgery provides all the appropriate services you need
Ensure health and social care professionals deliver a care package that meets your needs.
Ensure your physical and psychological needs are recognised and responded to by the relevant clinicians in the practice
Ensure you have access to a health check if requested.
It does NOT mean the named GP:
Takes responsibility for the work of other doctors or health professionals. If you have concerns, you must raise it with them in the first instance.
Is available other than at their normal working hours
Is personally available throughout the working week
Be the only GP or clinician who will provide care to you
It does NOT mean that you can insist on appointment with your named GP unless one is available in the normal way.
You must continue to book appointments with the practice in the same way. If you require an appointment with a GP urgently and are unable to book it with your ‘named GP’ please book in with another available doctor.