Patient feedback reflects a mixed experience across the practice. The clinical care team, including nurses and physicians, consistently receives praise for professionalism, attentiveness, and supportive communication. Reception and administrative services present a more varied picture, with some patients reporting efficient prescription handling and smooth appointment access, whilst others describe significant challenges with phone access, lengthy waiting times, and registration delays. Several patients noted that appointment availability has deteriorated, with standard consultations now requiring substantially longer waits than previously experienced.
Key operational concerns centre on phone queue management, registration processing timescales, and response times to patient submissions. Some patients reported extended delays in receiving clinical feedback, whilst others highlighted difficulties navigating practice systems and reception interactions. Conversely, recent system improvements have enabled faster appointment booking for some patients, and when issues are escalated, the team has demonstrated responsive problem-solving. The variation in experience suggests inconsistency in service delivery across different areas of the practice, with clinical care generally meeting expectations whilst administrative and access functions require attention.
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Patient feedback reflects a mixed experience across the practice. The clinical care team, including nurses and physicians, consistently receives praise for professionalism, attentiveness, and supportive communication. Reception and administrative services present a more varied picture, with some patients reporting efficient prescription handling and smooth appointment access, whilst others describe significant challenges with phone access, lengthy waiting times, and registration delays. Several patients noted that appointment availability has deteriorated, with standard consultations now requiring substantially longer waits than previously experienced.
Key operational concerns centre on phone queue management, registration processing timescales, and response times to patient submissions. Some patients reported extended delays in receiving clinical feedback, whilst others highlighted difficulties navigating practice systems and reception interactions. Conversely, recent system improvements have enabled faster appointment booking for some patients, and when issues are escalated, the team has demonstrated responsive problem-solving. The variation in experience suggests inconsistency in service delivery across different areas of the practice, with clinical care generally meeting expectations whilst administrative and access functions require attention.
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Lorraine S.
one year ago
Bad!
Confusing website drives me crazy
Utterly confusing to get around
Katie E.
2 years ago
Excellent!
Great local gp surgery with caring and efficient staff
I must admit, this general practitioner surgery has consistently been excellent and supportive. They provide rapid online appointment scheduling, the telephone staff are cordial and welcoming, and when I encountered an issue, the team resolved it with impressive efficiency. Overall, it was a thoroughly positive experience with genuinely caring and accommodating medical professionals.
Side T.
2 years ago
Bad!
Terrible customer service at its absolute worst
Hands down, the most discourteous front desk staff I've ever encountered.
Aiden G.
3 years ago
Bad!
Terrible medical experience with unhelpful staff
This surgical experience was absolutely dreadful from start to finish. I wasted countless hours trapped in a phone queue, only to be shuffled around and handed off to endless online paperwork. The staff were consistently unhelpful and irritable, with personnel rotating through but the underlying issues remaining exactly the same. Under no circumstances would I suggest anyone seek treatment at this facility.
Bertie V.
3 years ago
Excellent!
Friendly staff and top-notch surgical care
Excellent surgical procedure, and the front desk team is fantastic. Accessing appointments and communication is always smooth and hassle-free.
Sue D.
3 years ago
Bad!
Terrible healthcare experience with delayed response
What an appalling situation! I was instructed to monitor my blood pressure twice daily for a five-day period. I diligently recorded the less-than-optimal readings and submitted them to the medical practice. After waiting eight days with no response, I contacted the receptionist, who was quite supportive and relayed my information to the physician. Subsequently, I received notification that the Doctor intends to modify my prescription and will contact me on August 3rd, which is more than three weeks in the future.!!! What potential risks might have gone unnoticed if I hadn't been proactive in following up!!
Sarah B.
4 years ago
Excellent!
Exceptional medical care with compassionate and efficient team
The surgical procedure was exceptional. From the front desk personnel to the nursing staff and physicians, everyone was cordial, supportive, accommodating, and well-informed. The new Klinik system has been a game-changer, eliminating the frustration of lengthy phone wait times. I've managed to secure urgent consultations as late as 3 pm and still been seen within the same day. The doctors are genuinely attentive, carefully considering patients' perspectives when determining the most appropriate treatment plan.
Laura F.
5 years ago
Excellent!
Excellent healthcare with friendly and efficient staff
Swift sign-up process at the clinic, and they're proactive about scheduling post-natal check-ups for myself and my baby. Phone lines at reception can be challenging to get through, but the staff are warm and supportive both on the line and face-to-face. Repeat prescription requests are handled efficiently, and the medical team - from nurses to general practitioners - are consistently professional, well-informed, and supportive. Overall, thoroughly satisfied.
Debbie R.
6 years ago
Bad!
Terrible customer service and endless waiting times
Terrible customer support. After being on hold for over half an hour, I finally abandoned the call out of frustration. The quality of service has noticeably declined following the organizational restructuring.
Patricia P.
6 years ago
Poor!
Frustrating wait times at local medical practice
After decades of receiving care at Hawthornden surgery, I'm quite taken aback that scheduling a standard consultation now requires a five-week wait. In the past, securing an appointment with my general practitioner took no more than four days. It's truly disappointing how things have changed.
Cris L.
6 years ago
Bad!
Terrible medical care leaves patient frustrated and neglected
The level of service here is utterly unacceptable. I've been diagnosed with a medical condition necessitating regular blood tests and prescription renewals, yet due to the sheer inefficiency of this medical practice, I've been stuck in registration limbo for over three weeks, when the process should only take a week. As a result, I'm now two weeks past due for my critical blood test and have been forced to obtain two emergency prescriptions, all because the Bourne End doctors have completely failed to register me properly. This situation is completely intolerable and demonstrates a shocking lack of professional competence.
Sophie D.
6 years ago
Bad!
Frustrating medical registration nightmare
The service was absolutely abysmal. They claimed my registration would be processed within a week, but after ten days, I was still not entered into their system. Frustrated, I opted to cancel my registration and seek alternatives, only to discover weeks later that they were still attempting to retrieve my records from my previous healthcare provider. Given that I'm currently dependent on prescription medication and need to maintain a consistent supply, this level of incompetence was incredibly disruptive and unacceptable.
John R.
8 years ago
Excellent!
Exceptional medical care with compassionate staff
Welcoming and competent staff at the front desk. The nursing team and physicians demonstrated high levels of professionalism and genuine compassion.