When the Covid-19 pandemic restricted access to healthcare we needed to find new ways of keeping patients in touch with doctors and nurses. One of the ways we have done this is to hold group patient meetings via online video systems which are easily accessed using a mobile phone, laptop or tablet. These are called Video Group Clinics (VGCs).
By using VGCs we are able to continue patient care, as if we are in the same room, but from the safety of our own homes. Some people even join from their places of work!
Why a group clinic?
Group clinics have long been considered a valuable tool for maintaining health for groups of patients in similar situations, such as those living with a long-term condition. In this way, not only are we able to talk with a healthcare professional, we can share experiences and learn from others with real-life experiences of the same problem or issue.
You can find out more information about VGCs below:
Taking care of your personal information
Before you join a Video Group Clinic we want to ensure that you understand your rights. Take a look at the following for more information:
What do our patients think?
VGC’s have become a very popular and useful but don’t take this from us, have a look at what some real patients from our Practice have said:
Next Steps
If you are interested in joining one of our VGC’s, or would like to find out some more information then please don’t hesitate to get in contact with us at the surgery.
You can ask reception over the phone, or you can email the surgery at [email protected]
Other Information
Our work on VGC’s has been recognised nationally by the Nursing Times Awards! For further information, and to read our news article on our recognition, please click here.