Catchment area
Before filling out a registration form, check you are in our catchment area.
Find out which GPs you can register with on the NHS website.
If you are in the area for less than 3 months
If you are staying in the area for less than 3 months, you may be able to register as a temporary patient.
Contact the surgery to find out if you can register.
Before you fill in the form
Find your NHS Number
The registration form will ask you for your NHS number, which consists of 10 digits. You can find it on a prescription, an appointment letter, or using the Find your NHS number online service.
Ensure you have enough medication
You should ensure you have at least one month’s supply of your medication. It can take around a month to transfer your records from your old GP practice. During this time, you may not be able to renew your prescriptions.
Registering with the surgery
To register with the surgery:
- fill out an online registration form
- visit reception when we are open and collect a paper registration form
When you have completed the form, please send it to the surgery by email or drop it off at reception.
It’s helpful if you bring or include a copy of your ID. This could be:
- passport
- birth certificate
- HC2 certificate
- rough sleepers’ identity badge
- hostel or accommodation registration or mail forwarding letter
Named GP
All patients at Christchurch Medical Practice have a named, accountable doctor who is responsible for coordinating their care.
Your named doctor will be allocated to you by the practice. You can still talk to or make appointments to see any of our doctors or nurses, not just your named GP.
If you have a preference and would like to request a particular doctor at the practice to be your named GP please talk to one of our receptionists.