"Request for documentation"

Finally got an appointment again with the vascular team, three months after my ultrasound, and had an explanation about what the scan had shown and was also shown a detailed diagram with notes diagnosing the issues and possible treatments. 

The doctor said that it was really up to me whether I had a surgical procedure to hopefully resolve my issues but insisted there was no hurry.

I asked if I could have a copy of  the detailed diagram to enable me to make an informed choice, nope, neither could I take an image with my smartphone.

I was told that it would contravene the data protection act. How would I contravene this act, the document had my address on it, well it would as that is where I live.

So the only way to get a copy is to use NHS Lothian legal services and apply for a copy which means a lengthy wait.

How does NHS Lothian expect me to make an informed decision with out my being able to look over the evidence? Given that I have been prescribed 2 unnecessary surgical procedures which did not go ahead because I questioned there need this seems a rather petty excuse for not providing the me the patient a copy of the relevant documentation when requested.