What is a chaperone? A chaperone is someone who’s present during a consultation, examination or procedure to provide support, protection, and reassurance to both the patient and the healthcare professional.

At Warley Road Surgery, your comfort, privacy and dignity are our priority.

Patients can request a trained chaperone for any examination or procedure. A chaperone may also be offered by the clinician, especially during intimate or sensitive examinations.

If a chaperone is unavailable and you prefer not to proceed without one, your appointment can be rescheduled. If, on occasions a chaperone is not available for a home visit for example, in such circumstances the Doctor will always make a joint decision with patients’ families and carers on the best course of action.

All chaperones are trained staff, and everything discussed or seen during the consultation is kept strictly confidential.

Please speak to a member of the team if you would like a chaperone present.