Doctors surgeries advice needed

[DiD]

I've been away for two years and went to make an appointment with my former GP at the Garden's surgery and was told that I was struck off their list as my address (Bellenden Road) is no longer in their catchment. So much for NHS choice.

I have two questions:

1) Do people know if there is any way to overturn this decision? I liked this doctor and would like continuity of care, as I have a complicated medical history.

2) If not, what surgeries do people recommend near Bellenden Road?

[monniemae]

I had a similarly frustrating experience with the Gardens and felt I'd been treated v badly - in my case I moved temporarily from one end of Nunhead Lane to the other, before moving back again - literally 3/4months - and was removed from their list. Despite being told of course that's fine..

I may be cynical but I was also experiencing a complicated medical period and felt sceptical as to their reasons for removing me.

I suspect it may also be because you haven't been for two years; I believe GP surgeries are now able to remove you from their list if you dont' use them and/or confirm the registration for two years.

I moved to Nnhead Surgery which is brilliant but a bit far for you maybe. Sorry I can't help more..

[DiD]

monniemae, did you issue any sort of complaint?