Osteopathic RegulationIn 1993, Osteopathy became the first major complimentary health care profession to be accorded statutory regulation under the 1993 Osteopaths Act.
This has culminated in the opening of the statutory register of osteopaths by the General Osteopathic Council in May 1998. Only those practitioners that have shown that they are safe and competent in the practice of Osteopathy will be allowed to register. All osteopaths are required to have medical malpractice insurance and follow a strict code of conduct. |
CPD |
Osteopaths are obliged to keep their skills and knowledge up-to-date with a lifelong learning programme of continuing professional development (CPD). This can include lectures, seminars, courses, practical sessions, individual study or other activities that can advance an osteopath’s professional development.
All registered osteopaths to complete at least 30 hours of CPD every year, of which 15 hours must involve learning with others. This is because many osteopaths work on their own and group learning allows them to exchange information and expertise with other osteopaths. |
Complaints |
In the event that your are unhappy about any aspect of your treatment or aftercare please bring this to our attention as soon as possible so that we can address your concerns promptly, effectively and in total confidence.
If you are not happy to discuss matters directly, you may contact the Statutory Regulator of the osteopathic profession The General Osteopathic Council directly at www.osteopathy.org.uk or by telephone on 020 7357 6655 |