Join the surgery

Registering with a GP practice

We operate a rota system for new patient registrations. To check when we are currently accepting new patients, please call the surgery and a member of our reception team will be happy to advise.

To register, simply come into the practice and complete the registration forms. Please bring photographic identification with you so we can process your registration.

This means you can be matched to your existing NHS records. You shouldn’t be delayed or refused registration at a GP practice if you can’t provide identification or proof of address.

To register permanently, you’ll need to complete a registration form. You can either:

When you join our practice, you’ll receive a confidential, supportive service from our dedicated and friendly team in comfortable surroundings. If you have any questions about registering, please contact the Practice for more information.

Once registered, all previous medication will be reviewed by our clinical team to ensure your ongoing care is safe, accurate, and appropriately managed.

Anybody in Scotland can access primary care services at a GP practice without charge.

Registering as a Temporary Resident

You can only register with a GP practice if you’re staying in the area for more than 3 months. If you’re not, you may still be treated but as a Temporary Resident.

You can also use the Access to Healthcare. This is a GP registration card to help you register with a GP Practice. The card gives information on your rights to accessing healthcare. You can find the card on the Health Literacy Place website.

For more information on being treated as a Temporary Resident please contact your nearest GP practice.

Accessing someone else’s information

As a parent, family member or carer, you may be able to access services for someone else. We call this having proxy access. We can set this up for you if you are both registered with us.

To requests proxy access, please collect a proxy access form from reception from 9am to 5pm.

Linked profiles in your NHS account

 Once proxy access is set up, you can access the other person’s profile in your NHS account, using the NHS App or website.

The NHS website has information about using linked profiles to access services for someone else.

Accountable GP

Since 1 April 2015, all patients registered with the practice (including children) are allocated a named accountable GP.

Your named GP is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the delivery of appropriate care, where this is required based on clinical judgement.

However:

  • You do not need to see your named GP when booking an appointment.
  • You are free to choose any GP or nurse within the practice.

Please note that choosing to wait for a specific healthcare professional may sometimes result in a longer wait for an appointment.

Page last reviewed: 06 May 2026
Page created: 24 March 2026