Missed Appointments

Missed appointments at General Practice (GP) surgeries can have serious consequences for patients and the healthcare system. They can disrupt healthcare delivery, delay treatments, and put additional strain on resources. To minimize these impacts, it is crucial for patients to promptly cancel or reschedule their appointments when needed. GP surgeries can help by offering proactive reminders, flexible appointment options, and improved access to care to reduce missed appointments and ensure patients receive necessary health services.

Cancelling appointments has never been easier, you can cancel your appointment using:

• NHS App
• GP telephone systems have an option on their main menu called “Check and Cancel” which can be used at any time, even out of hours.
• Patient Access