Yesterday, there was news that more and more non-resident parents are approaching GPs to see their children's medical records.
Rise in separating parents disputing over child's medical records
We see this as positive news, and a step forward in the Government's goal to see more fathers involved in important aspects of their children's lives, and our goal to provide them with the information to do so.
For several years, we have provided template letters to assist non-resident parents in involving themselves in their children's health, and gaining access to their children's medical records. That GPs write to MPs due to confusion over whether non-resident parents have this right, comes as no surprise. It does however surprise us that 800 have seemingly contacted their MP rather than referred to the General Medical Council's guidance.
General Medical Council
0-18 years guidance: Principles of confidentiality55. Divorce or separation does not affect parental
responsibility and you should allow both parents reasonable access to
their children's
health records.
For parents wishing access to their children's medical records, please feel free to make use of the following resources:
Our Guide on Parental Responsibility and Medical Matters
Our Template Letter for Non-Resident Parents to send to their GP
Should parents similarly have difficulty in involving themselves in their children's education, please refer to the following:
Our Guide on Parental Responsibility and Education
Our Template Letter for Non-Resident Parents to send to their GP
