About BEMS
​We are a General Practice Federation and a local not-for-profit organisation based in Bath and North East Somerset since 2004. We are formed by the GP practices in the area to work at scale and are designed to enhance primary care for NHS patients by developing services that are tailored to the specific needs of the local community.
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We offer a range of clinical services and are committed to delivering exceptional care that prioritises patient centred care. Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals provides comprehensive care and treatments tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual.
At BEMS we are committed to continuous quality improvement, we work to enhance patient experiences, strengthen healthcare resilience, and shape a future where care is delivered closer to home.
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Our Values
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Trusted and respected leadership
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Responsiveness
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Quality
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Efficiency
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Clear purpose
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Local focus
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Openess and transparency
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Being a good partner
Our Objectives
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Delivering services directly to patients
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Delivering services and functions to support our member practices
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Developing the primary care workforce
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Representation of the collective voice of General Practice
Practice Membership
BEMS membership is made up of 20 GP Practices , belonging to 6 Primary Care Networks accross B&NES. Primary Care Networks (PCNs) make up part of the NHS long term plan and build on existing primary care services to enable more integrated health and social care for people close to home.
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