Completing and sharing a joint Section 2 or 3 Form as a Doctor

Completing and sharing a joint Section 2 or 3 Form as a Doctor

The joint forms are very similar to the single forms. If the second medical practitioner is present, they can sign the form on the same device.

If they are not present, complete your sections of the form first then click ‘Invite second practitioner to review and sign’ at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen.

You will see the information in the MHA pink style form that you are used to. Review your parts of the form (you can go back and edit should you wish) and once you are happy click ‘Save and send’.

You can enter a message (optional) to accompany your form; be careful not to include any patient data in this message as this will appear in the body of the automatic email sent out. Enter the name of the second doctor and their email address.


When you are ready, click ‘Send’. The second doctor will receive an encrypted link inviting them to review the form, complete their part and return it to you.

Note: They must access the link within 16 days, otherwise it will expire.

For more guidance please see this how-to video:



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