Patient Experience Summary

Medical professionals at the practice receive consistent praise for their clinical competence, compassion, and responsiveness. Patients frequently highlight the quality of care during consultations, procedures, and follow-up arrangements, with particular appreciation for the welcoming environment and efficient service coordination. Weekend access to appointments and extended hours have been valued as a practical resource for patients seeking timely care.

Appointment access remains a significant challenge, with patients reporting extended waiting periods for non-urgent slots and difficulties reaching the practice through contact systems. Reception experience is notably inconsistent, with some patients describing courteous and supportive interactions while others have encountered discourteous communication and unhelpful attitudes. Contact system issues, including problems with online booking platforms and telephone availability, compound these access difficulties and create frustration.

While the clinical care and professional medical staff are widely regarded as strong, the practice would benefit from addressing reception communication consistency and improving the reliability of appointment booking systems. Patients value the organisation and efficiency demonstrated in care delivery, but barriers to initial contact and appointment scheduling undermine their overall experience.

Appointment

62.80 %
Average

Reception

68.30 %
Great

Cleanliness

75.00 %
Great

Care

81.15 %
Great

Respect

70.25 %
Great

Seen on time

65.50 %
Great

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Jo S. Google one year ago

Rating

Bad!

Terrible healthcare experience at local medical centre

The entire service lacks efficiency. I've completely lost confidence in NHS services, with Bollington Medical Centre standing out as arguably the most subpar GP practice I've encountered. The back-office reception staff demonstrate poor attitude (though the front-facing staff are delightful). The PATCHS system is clearly malfunctioning. A recommendation to the practice: When a specific care service cannot be provided, clear communication should be the primary approach from the outset.

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Nigel H. Google one year ago

Rating

Excellent!

Fantastic service with genuine care and attention

Exceptional team... consistently supportive and truly dedicated to providing outstanding customer care, always willing to exceed expectations to make sure you're completely satisfied

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MM

Mel M. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Great service with a smile

Extremely courteous and highly competent staff.

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Glenys S. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Great staff and care at local clinic

Consistently encountered positive interactions at this medical facility.

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Rick S. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Great!

Decent healthcare with some minor administrative hiccups

The overall service here is tidy and welcoming. There are a few concerns about documentation management (which could potentially stem from NHS-wide issues) and the approach of certain doctors, but on the whole, the medical care delivered is proficient.

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Moira D. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Great!

Quick service with friendly professionals

Quick service and streamlined team performance

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MW

Matthew W. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Terrible service with rude and incompetent staff

The personnel here display a shocking lack of interpersonal skills and basic courtesy. Their communication approach is so poor that it's no surprise they've accumulated numerous formal complaints with the regulatory body. The staff's inability to interact professionally is glaringly evident and deeply concerning.

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TM

Tony M. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Smooth service with friendly team members

Excellent team, everything unfolded perfectly.

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ML

Maurice L. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Exceptional service with compassionate attention

Exceptional attention to detail and outstanding service that truly goes above and beyond expectations.

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IA

Islam A. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Amazing service with friendly team

Outstanding service, incredibly helpful and friendly employees

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RH

Rachel H. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Fast and friendly medical care rocks

Skilled medical professionals provided prompt and efficient assistance

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RD

Robert D. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Dedicated healthcare heroes navigating challenging system

A well-coordinated medical team, skilled and competent, constrained only by the current challenges within the NHS system. From my perspective, they perform exceptionally, navigating tough conditions with remarkable resilience. These healthcare professionals are truly an outstanding representation of their field.

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John H. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Great service with helpful and friendly team

I phoned the business to schedule a meeting, and the team was incredibly helpful and professional. The entire interaction was pleasant and smooth 😄😄.

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CG

Chloe G. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Worst medical experience ever terrible service

Utterly dismayed by this medical practice's performance. I am convinced I have been completely abandoned and failed by their care.

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Julia M. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Exceptional healthcare with compassion and efficiency

Incredibly impressive experience from start to finish. Despite a slight delay with my 8.00 slot starting at 12.05, the physician was both compassionate and meticulously detailed (special thanks to Dr. YB) and even proactively scheduled a subsequent consultation. As an added bonus, I successfully arranged a blood test for tomorrow morning at 8.20. Our remarkable local NHS facility is truly a community treasure. Heartfelt gratitude to the Bollington Waterside practice.

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Cartoon H. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Great staff, terrible communication system

The staff at this practice are fantastic. They're genuinely friendly and supportive. Several of the physicians are exceptionally intelligent and competent. The doctor who also works in the emergency department would absolutely deserve a perfect rating - he's outstanding. So why am I only giving one star? It's straightforward: reaching them is incredibly challenging. The previous web-based contact platform, Ask my GP, was completely ineffective and has been appropriately discontinued. Unfortunately, the replacement system, Patches, is equally frustrating, frequently unavailable and difficult to navigate. Attempting to contact the practice by telephone is equally problematic.

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SD

Sam D. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Painful procedure with questionable medical expertise

Had my nasal procedure done at this location, and it wasn't complicated at all.

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DB

Daniella B. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Great!

Mediocre product with minimal satisfaction

Pretty average, nothing special.

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Brian P. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Exceptional care and kindness at bollington surgery

During an era when criticism comes readily, I want to extend a heartfelt expression of gratitude to the entire team at Bollington surgery. Every encounter and service I've experienced has been handled with the utmost professionalism, genuine compassion, and a warm, welcoming demeanor.

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Paul S. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Friendly and quick support saved my day

Excellent customer support, much appreciated!

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  • 01625 462593
  • Waterhouse Surgery Wellington Road Bollington,Macclesfield Cheshire SK10 5JH

Patient Experience Summary

Medical professionals at the practice receive consistent praise for their clinical competence, compassion, and responsiveness. Patients frequently highlight the quality of care during consultations, procedures, and follow-up arrangements, with particular appreciation for the welcoming environment and efficient service coordination. Weekend access to appointments and extended hours have been valued as a practical resource for patients seeking timely care.

Appointment access remains a significant challenge, with patients reporting extended waiting periods for non-urgent slots and difficulties reaching the practice through contact systems. Reception experience is notably inconsistent, with some patients describing courteous and supportive interactions while others have encountered discourteous communication and unhelpful attitudes. Contact system issues, including problems with online booking platforms and telephone availability, compound these access difficulties and create frustration.

While the clinical care and professional medical staff are widely regarded as strong, the practice would benefit from addressing reception communication consistency and improving the reliability of appointment booking systems. Patients value the organisation and efficiency demonstrated in care delivery, but barriers to initial contact and appointment scheduling undermine their overall experience.

Appointment

62.80 %
Average

Reception

68.30 %
Great

Cleanliness

75.00 %
Great

Care

81.15 %
Great

Respect

70.25 %
Great

Seen on time

65.50 %
Great
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