Memory assessment service referral form

The memory assessment service (MAS) provides a single point of access for all patients with suspected dementia.  Do not use this form for self-referrals. Self-referrals are only made by calling the service and if you have previously been with the service and been informed that you can contact us again.

The contact number for the service is 0300 303 5342 If you are unsure of whether to refer, please call to discuss with the team.

Referrals which do not include reference to relevant blood tests having been requested/completed may be returned to the referrer.

Before you start, this form requires you to have the following:

  • full set of dementia screening bloods within six months
  • patient consent 
  • GP agreement
  • basic cognitive screening test such as 6CIT, MMSE OR GPCOG
  • ruled out any physical or mental health causes of cognition change.
Are you a Dorset GP? Required

If yes, please use the MAS referral form on SystmOne.

Are you are a registered professional working outside of NHS Dorset Health Services? Required
Are you a registered professional working in an NHS Dorset Health Trust (i.e. UHD, DHC) Required
Have you discussed this with the GP? Required
Have you discussed this with the patient? Required
Have you have ruled out other physical or mental health causes of cognitive changes? Required
Are you able to provide blood results within the last six months? Required
Have you contacted MAS on 0300 303 5342 about this referral? Required
Have you been advised to use this form by MAS? Required
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Patient details

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Address Required
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GP details

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Practice address Required
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Referral details

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Contact details

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Do we have consent to contact this person? Required

Administrative information

Please note, initial contact will be made my telephone

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Has patient given consent to leave a message? Required
Has patient given consent for text messages? Required
Is an interpreter required? Required
Is the patient housebound? Required
Is the patient a wheelchair user? Required
Has this referral been discussed with the patient, and/or their relative if they lack capacity? Required

History and examination

Please note if you have significant concern you can contact MAS on 0300 303 5342 to discuss the case over the telephone

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Please confirm that you have completed a physical examination on the patient Required
Please confirm that other reversible causes of cognitive decline been excluded Required
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Medical history

List of medication

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