Reasons for a patient group and what’s in it for the GP practice and patients

In this video, from the project between Hertfordshire and West Essex ICB and the Patients Association on patient participation groups (PPGs), you can hear from:

Alan Bellinger, a patient and Chair of his practice's patient group - What does a good patient group look like?
Claire Uwins, a patient and member of her practice's patient group - Thinking outside the box and knowing your audience.
Alasdair McEwan, Senior Transformation Manager - Primary Care Networks: what difference do they make to GP practice patient groups?

You may also read and download Alan's and Alasdair's presentations from this recording.

Alan has also written a blog for the Patients Association about 10 years as a PPG Chair.

Explore all the resources created by the patient groups in Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care Board.

13th April 2023

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