Why Do You Need a Follow-up Appointment at the Doctors? A follow-up visit is more than just a “check-in.” It is a strategic medical tool used to ensure your treatment is working, your cond...
How Many Patients Does a GP See Daily? Patient safety and GP burnout are two of the most discussed topics in the modern NHS. If you have ever wondered why your doctor seems rushed or why appointments ...
GP Access in 2026: The Truth Behind the Numbers Despite the common “doctor’s surgery” narrative of long waits and engaged dial tones, the reality of British primary care in 2026 is o...
How to Beat the 8am GP Rush: A Guide to Getting Seen Faster Why is there an 8am rush? The “8am rush” is a workload management tool. General Practices face a demand that far exceeds their p...
Can I Get a Double (or Triple) Appointment (20-30 mins) With My GP? The Short Answer: Yes While the standard UK General Practice appointment is just 10 minutes, you absolutely have the right to reques...
What to do if you are unable to attend a doctors appointment If you do not turn up to an appointment with your GP or hospital consultant, this is called a ‘DNA’ (‘did not attend’). It may ...
Can’t Get a GP Appointment? 5 Reasons & How to Get Seen Faster The struggle to secure a GP appointment is the most common grievance in the modern NHS. In 2026, the gap between patient demand and G...
How to Book a GP Appointment: 5 Different Ways The NHS is under significant pressure, and the “8am scramble” for a GP appointment is a reality for many. However, the system has evolved. Yo...
MyHSN Top Tip 2: What to do if you can’t get a GP appointment (3 alternatives) We all know how hard it is get face-to-face (F2F) appointment with a GP nowadays. MyHSN is very sorry about this is...
How to Prepare for a Virtual GP Appointment: A Patient’s Guide Virtual appointments have become a staple of modern healthcare. While the shift from the waiting room to the living room was sudden, mast...
