{"id":423,"date":"2025-10-07T20:38:27","date_gmt":"2025-10-07T19:38:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nhs-demo.surgeryweb.org.uk\/?page_id=423"},"modified":"2026-10-27T12:08:55","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T12:08:55","slug":"patient-participation-group","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/patient-participation-group\/","title":{"rendered":"Patient Participation Group"},"content":{"rendered":"<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-532\" src=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/b9e81ddb-1d7e-4152-b99f-173b3868766c.png\" alt=\"B9e81ddb 1d7e 4152 B99f 173b3868766c\" width=\"244\" height=\"211\" \/>\n<p><strong>Welcome to the Selsey Patient Group.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Group was established in 2014 in response to a Government initiative to give patients more say in the development and running of local health services. Since then we&#8217;ve been working in partnership with Selsey Medical Practice to ensure that the views of the community are always listened to.<\/p>\n<p>One of the many things we do is to organise an annual survey and through this we engage the community to help us understand what is good about the Practice, what is seen as needing improvement, and what new services or facilities would ideally benefit the town. We then work with the Practice to give careful consideration to the survey outcomes and what actions might follow.<\/p>\n<p>I am thankful to everyone at Selsey Medical Practice for making our job that little bit easier by taking a positive view of our Patient Group and what we do, and thereby enabling the community voice to be heard.<\/p>\n<p>Group membership is strong, and our people all want to play their part in helping the Practice thrive and develop in ever-changing times. We are a welcoming and friendly team, and you&#8217;ll find more information about us below, and also on our Facebook Page.\u00a0Why not join us?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Barbara Shepherd, Chair, Selsey Patient Group<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>A\u00a0view from the Practice<\/h3>\n<p>Selsey Medical Practice really value the work done by our Patient Group and work closely with the members to ensure that the service and care we provide meets the needs of our community.<\/p>\n<p>The feedback they provide from surveys and their regular meetings informs our planning and decision making. We\u00a0often seek their advice and guidance when developing our health care provision.<\/p>\n<p>As well as being patients who use the service, the Patient Group comprises members who are experienced in a wide range of other fields and as such, they are able to advise us on a broad range of issues.<\/p>\n<h3>Joining the Patient Group<\/h3>\n<p>If you are interested in joining the Patient Group, please contact Selsey Medical Practice either in person, by telephone or email the Patient Group directly at: <strong>selseypatientgroup@outlook.com<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>The main functions of the Patient Group<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Listening<\/strong> to the views of the community<\/li>\n<li><strong>Representing<\/strong> those views to the Medical Practice in a coordinated way<\/li>\n<li><strong>Assisting<\/strong> the Practice in decision making<\/li>\n<li><strong>Conducting<\/strong> annual Patient Surveys<\/li>\n<li><strong>Identifying<\/strong> opportunities for improvement<\/li>\n<li><strong>Communicating<\/strong> with Patients<\/li>\n<li><strong>Organising<\/strong> Public Health Presentations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Patient Satisfaction Survey Findings 2024<\/h3>\n<p>Many thanks to everyone who completed the satisfaction survey this year.\u00a0 We had a record number completed which has given a really good overview of patient\u2019s perception of how the practice is performing.\u00a0 The Patient Group have analysed the data and, together with the practice, are looking at ways to make improvements.<\/p>\n<p>Some issues are beyond anyone\u2019s control and stem from the fact that there are just so many of us who wish to live in Selsey and most of us are of the older generation with more health issues.\u00a0 This means the days have gone when we can see our \u2018own GP\u2019 whenever we are unwell.\u00a0 Instead, we have to have a broader view of our health service and be prepared to see a clinician who can treat us, whether that be a doctor, nurse, paramedic, pharmacist, physiotherapist, etc.<\/p>\n<p>With regard to the GPs, remember they are like the rest of us and have families.\u00a0 So they do work part-time, but may also have other duties, such as training or specialising in certain medical fields. The alternative is that they would leave the profession.\u00a0 Added to which Selsey has advertised for another GP for over a year \u2013 what attracts us to live here does not necessarily attract a young GP.\u00a0 Remember we live in the longest cul-de-sac in Europe and there is still only one road in and out!<\/p>\n<p>However, you will find some improvements in the coming months.\u00a0 One recent scheme has seen a Saturday clinic \u2013 this is being run by the Chichester group of practices (to which Selsey belongs) and this is held at Cathedral Medical Practice in Cawley Road, Chichester.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, let us all try to keep ourselves as healthy as we can.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Committee Members<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Ali Archer<\/li>\n<li>Barbara Shepherd (Chair)<\/li>\n<li>Mike Nicholls<\/li>\n<li>Pearl Eccleston<\/li>\n<li>Noel Long<\/li>\n<li>Sue Watson<\/li>\n<li>Pam Porter<\/li>\n<li>Dr Rachel Jameson &#8211; Practice Staff (GP Partner)<\/li>\n<li>Nicola Collins &#8211; Practice Staff (Practice Manager)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-Patient-Group-TOR-v7-April-2021.pdf\">Patient Group Terms of Reference<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Documents<\/h3>\n<details class=\"nhsuk-details nhsuk-expander\">\n\t\t\t<summary class=\"nhsuk-details__summary\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"nhsuk-details__summary-text\"><strong>Minutes of Meetings<\/strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"nhsuk-details__text\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-7.9.26.docx\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 7.9.26<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-20.7.26.docx\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 20.7.26<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-11.5.26.docx\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 11.5.26<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-11.3.26.docx\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 11.3.26<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-28.1.26.docx\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 28.1.26<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-24.11.25.docx\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 24.11.25<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-27.10.25.docx\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 27.10.25<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-1.9.25.docx\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 1.9.25<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-Meeting-21.7.25.pdf\">Selsey Medical Practice Meeting 21.7.25<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-16.6.25.pdf\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 16.6.25<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Resume-of-Meeting-31.3.25.pdf\">Resume of Meeting 31.3.25<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-3.2.25.pdf\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 3.2.25<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-25.11.24.pdf\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 25.11.24<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-30.9.24.pdf\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 30.9.24<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-5.8.24.pdf\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 5.8.24<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-13th-May-2024.pdf\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 13.5.24<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-PG-Meeting-22.1.24.pdf\">Selsey Medical Practice PG Meeting 22.1.24<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/div>\n\t\t<\/details>\n<details class=\"nhsuk-details nhsuk-expander\">\n\t\t\t<summary class=\"nhsuk-details__summary\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"nhsuk-details__summary-text\"><strong>Survey Reports<\/strong><\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"nhsuk-details__text\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Patient-Group-Survey-Responses-2024.docx\">Patient Group Survey Responses 2024<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Survey-infographic-2023.docx\">Survey infographic 2023<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/surgerywebtemp.org.uk\/h82037\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Selsey-Medical-Practice-Patient-Survery-2022.pdf\">Selsey 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