IT FOR
GP PRACTICES
LONDON
GP practices face IT challenges no other business does — DSPT compliance, HSCN connectivity, clinical system security, and strict NHS data protection requirements. Coreitech provides specialist IT support for London GP practices that understands the NHS landscape.
IT services for
London GP practices
DSPT & NHS Compliance
Data Security & Protection Toolkit (DSPT) compliance support — mandatory annual assessment for GP practices with NHS data.
Clinical System Security
Secure configuration of EMIS Web, SystmOne, and Vision — data access controls, audit trails, and endpoint protection.
NHS Network (N3/HSCN)
HSCN connectivity management and maintenance — the secure NHS network required for clinical system access.
Practice Connectivity
Reliable leased line or FTTP broadband with failover — ensuring clinical systems remain available during internet outages.
Staff IT Support
Helpdesk for GPs, practice managers, and admin staff — with healthcare IT specialists who understand clinical workflows.
GDPR & Data Protection
Special category data (health records) requires enhanced GDPR controls. We implement and document appropriate technical measures.
10 Questions Every GP Practice Should Ask Their IT Provider
A practical guide for gp practice businesses evaluating IT support providers — the questions to ask, the red flags to watch for, and the compliance requirements that matter for your sector.
- Can you support DSPT (Data Security & Protection Toolkit) compliance?
- Do you configure secure access to EMIS Web, SystmOne, and Vision?
- Can you manage HSCN (N3) connectivity for clinical system access?
- Do you provide GDPR-compliant handling of patient records?
- Can you implement NHS-aligned endpoint protection and patch management?
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GP practice IT
questions answered
Q.What is the DSPT and is it mandatory for GP practices?
The Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) is an NHS Digital self-assessment framework covering data security and information governance. All GP practices that process NHS patient data must complete it annually. Practices not meeting the standard risk losing access to NHS systems and may face enforcement action from NHS England.
Q.Do you support EMIS Web, SystmOne, and Vision?
Yes. Our engineers have experience supporting all three major GP clinical systems — EMIS Web, TPP SystmOne, and Inps Vision. We understand the IT requirements for each system, including server specifications, network requirements, smartcard configuration, and secure remote access.
Q.What is HSCN and how does it affect GP practices?
HSCN (Health and Social Care Network) is the secure network that replaced N3, used for accessing NHS clinical systems including EMIS Web, SystmOne, Choose and Book, and NHSmail. GP practices must maintain a valid HSCN connection. We manage HSCN connectivity and ensure it is correctly configured and monitored.
Q.How do you handle the strict data security requirements for patient data?
Patient health records are special category data under GDPR, requiring enhanced protections. We implement encryption at rest and in transit, access controls with named user accounts and MFA, audit logging, incident response procedures, and documented data processing records — all aligned to NHS DSPT requirements and ICO guidance.