We are a veteran-friendly GP practice and proud to be a member of the GP accreditation scheme, which is a programme run by the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) and NHS England, to recognise and support practices in delivering the best possible care and treatment for patients who have served in the Armed Forces. You can find out more information about the Veteran Friendly Accreditation Scheme here.
If you're a veteran registered at the practice, it's important to tell us you have served in the UK Armed Forces, so we can add this to your medical records. This includes the following:
- British Army
- Royal Navy
- Royal Air Force
- Royal Marines
- Merchant Navy
When you register with us, it's important to give us any information you've received from your military medical officer because it may be relevant to your health and care, now or in the future. It does not matter how long you served for or when you left the Armed Forces.
This will help us to better understand your health, including any health problems related to your service. It will also help make sure you're referred to dedicated services for veterans, where appropriate.
It can sometimes be helpful to refer you to Armed Forces charities, who can often offer significant help and support. This will only be done with your agreement. You can find out more information about the Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Service here and help to combat stress here.
The mental health helpline is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year - simply call 0800 138 1619. You can also access the NHS mental health support for veterans here.
Do not worry about sharing information about your time in the Armed Forces. GPs, nurses and other people working in the practice are bound by law to deliver a confidential service.