Privacy Notice

This notice explains how I, Dr Animesh Singh, Consultant in Rheumatology and General Internal Medicine, use your personal information to provide safe, effective medical care in line with UK data protection laws, including the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Who I Am

I am the data controller for the personal data you share with me. My practice includes outpatient and inpatient services delivered across multiple private hospital settings.

Contact for data queries:
Email: DrSinghPA@ThePhysiciansClinic.co.uk
Phone: 0203 985 5778

Why I Collect Your Information

  • I collect and hold your personal and medical information to:

  • Provide you with high-quality care and treatment

  • Make appropriate diagnoses and recommendations

  • Share clinical findings with other healthcare professionals involved in your care

  • Fulfil legal, regulatory, and professional obligations

  • Maintain accurate records for continuity of care

  • Improve and audit the quality of care I deliver

What Data I Collect

Depending on your interaction with the practice, I may collect:

  • Personal details (e.g. name, date of birth, contact information)

  • Medical history, symptoms, diagnoses, test results, scans, prescriptions

  • Information sent by your GP, other specialists, or referring clinicians

  • Health insurance information (if applicable)

  • Appointment and billing data

How Your Information Is Used

Your data is used to support your medical care, manage referrals, order investigations, write clinical reports, and coordinate follow-up.

  • With your consent or when necessary, your information may be shared with:

  • Your GP

  • Other consultants or healthcare providers involved in your treatment

  • Diagnostic or pharmacy services (e.g. Pharmacierge, in-house pharmacy)

  • Billing providers (e.g. Civica)

  • Secure electronic platforms such as Carebit and HCA’s online booking system

  • Where required by law (e.g. safeguarding or court orders), information may be shared without consent.

Third-Party Services Used

We may share data with trusted service providers (such as Carebit, HCA, Civica, and Pharmacierge) where necessary to deliver services or coordinate your care. All partners are expected to comply with data protection regulations.

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Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the information I hold about you

  • Request correction of any inaccuracies

  • Object to the sharing of your data in some cases

  • Request erasure of your data (where legally applicable)

  • Make a complaint to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you have concerns about how your data is used

ICO Website: https://ico.org.uk | Phone: 0303 123 1113

Lawful Basis for Processing

My legal basis for processing your personal and health data is:

  • Provision of direct care under Article 6(1)(e) and Article 9(2)(h) of UK GDPR

  • Legal obligation to maintain medical records

  • Legitimate interest in managing practice administration

Data Security & Retention

Your data is stored securely in password-protected and encrypted systems.
I retain your records in accordance with current GMC and Department of Health guidelines, typically for at least 8 years, or longer if required for continuity of care.

Updates to This Notice

This privacy notice may be updated periodically. The most current version will always be available on this website.

Last updated: September 2025