Patient Experience Summary

Patient feedback reflects a predominantly positive experience with the practice, though some concerns have emerged regarding service consistency. Most patients commend the medical professionals for their expertise, compassion, and attentive care, alongside reception staff for their courtesy and responsiveness. Appointment access is frequently highlighted as efficient, with several patients noting swift booking and minimal phone wait times. The welcoming environment, professional communication, and continuity of care contribute to patient confidence in the service.

However, a minority of feedback indicates deterioration in certain areas. Extended medication processing times, lengthy phone waits, and dismissive reception interactions have been reported by some patients. One long-standing patient noted a gradual decline in service quality and staff attitudes, contrasting with the practice's previously excellent reputation. Concerns centre on inconsistent professionalism among staff and delays in dispensary processes that impact patient access to urgent medications.

Overall, the practice demonstrates strong capability in clinical care and appointment management, though recent feedback suggests attention is needed to maintain consistent service standards across all departments, particularly in reception responsiveness and medication handling efficiency.

Appointment

78.00 %
Great

Reception

81.00 %
Great

Cleanliness

85.00 %
Excellent

Care

85.00 %
Excellent

Respect

76.00 %
Great

Seen on time

72.00 %
Great

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Andrew S. Google one year ago

Rating

Excellent!

Exceptional healthcare that truly cares for patients

I've never encountered a medical practice quite like Freshwell before. Hearing stories from my social circle about their less-than-ideal healthcare experiences, this surgery truly stands out as a benchmark for what a medical center should be. They offer incredibly swift appointment scheduling and their staff are exceptionally supportive and kind. My sincere appreciation goes out to Freshwell for setting such a high standard of patient care.

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Roderick G. Google one year ago

Rating

Excellent!

Amazing medical care from friendly professionals

I recently relocated to this neighborhood and am thoroughly impressed with this medical facility.

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Lizzie S. Google one year ago

Rating

Excellent!

Exceptional healthcare with compassionate and efficient service

I've never encountered a more exceptional medical practice in my life. The staff exude kindness and empathy, with receptionists who demonstrate remarkable patience and consistently ensure smooth appointment scheduling. Unlike previous experiences, I've never waited beyond third in the call queue, which is truly remarkable. Their digital systems are incredibly user-friendly, offering both a convenient mobile app and a comprehensive website where you can effortlessly manage appointments, access test results, and request prescriptions. What truly sets them apart is their proactive communication - they send timely reminders about upcoming consultations and follow-up summaries, which is an absolute lifesaver for someone like me who struggles with remembering details. I cannot emphasize enough how strongly I endorse this practice - they are simply outstanding!!

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Debbie B. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Exceptional healthcare with compassionate and attentive staff

The staff consistently provide exceptional support and maintain a welcoming demeanor. This medical practice stands out as the most outstanding healthcare facility I've ever encountered.

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Amy M. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Exceptional healthcare with compassionate and attentive staff

These healthcare professionals are absolutely top-notch in the region! As newcomers to the area, we found the registration process incredibly seamless and efficient. The entire team radiates warmth and genuine kindness, and I was particularly impressed by how carefully they listened when I needed to share details about my partner's medical background. Impressively, a senior administrator promptly stepped in to walk us through their approach, which helped calm our initial uncertainties and reassure us about developing a comprehensive care strategy. It's truly an outstanding medical facility with an exceptionally compassionate team. Dr. Walker especially demonstrated remarkable patience and attentiveness during our consultation - we're genuinely grateful for the outstanding care we received!

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Sam S. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Skilled surgeons make recovery a breeze

Top-notch medical procedure, staff was welcoming, efficient, and supportive throughout the entire process.

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Gail G. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Compassionate care that goes above and beyond

Incredibly compassionate medical practice. Each physician and healthcare professional takes the time to truly listen to patients. The same attentiveness extends to the reception and pharmacy teams. This is hands-down the most outstanding healthcare facility I've encountered. The environment is immaculate and well-maintained, with a delightful small library offering books and puzzles available for borrowing, simply requiring a modest contribution to their creamer fund that supports purchasing essential medical equipment.

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Tim O. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Amazing healthcare with caring and attentive staff

Absolutely baffled by those giving this practice low ratings. I've been a patient at Freshwell for a bit more than 24 months, and hands down, it's the most exceptional medical center I've ever encountered. Every single member of the team, from physicians to nursing staff to administrative personnel, goes above and beyond to provide outstanding care.

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Jayne M. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Friendly staff and great care at local surgery

I feel incredibly fortunate to have this medical practice as our healthcare provider. The front desk staff are friendly and extremely supportive. Their online consultation system works remarkably well. While I've had one physician interaction that didn't quite meet my expectations, every other doctor and nurse has been outstanding. I genuinely feel at ease here and deeply appreciate the exceptional professionalism demonstrated by all the staff members I've encountered.

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Catherine P. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Quick and caring medical support

Exceptional customer care. Contacted the clinic and was greeted by a delightful receptionist in the morning, who promptly scheduled me an appointment just a couple of hours later, which was far quicker than I anticipated. The locum physician who attended to me was incredibly professional and competent, and they swiftly arranged a hospital referral through the urgent two-week pathway. Truly outstanding service, and I'm deeply grateful!

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Trevor H. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Life-changing surgery with an amazing medical team

My surgical experience was outstanding, with my physician demonstrating exceptional skill, genuine empathy, and meticulous attention to detail. The entire medical team is consistently warm, supportive, and professional. 😀

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Lisa M. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Reliable support when you need it most

Consistently reliable and supportive in every situation

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Tom M. Google 4 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Friendly staff make healthcare a pleasant experience

Superb medical practice. Having observed numerous interactions with healthcare providers, I'm struck by how remarkably courteous and supportive the reception team at Finchingfield GP truly are. They're so professional that they could genuinely establish training programs - and I bet they'd be incredibly successful financially 💷💷💷

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Lesley R. Google 4 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Terrible service and disrespectful staff at surgery

Extremely discourteous. I was instructed to reach out to the medical practice and endured a 56-minute phone wait, only to be treated dismissively by the receptionist who seemed to view me as an inconvenience and implied I was wasting their time—which was far from the truth. My entire lunch break has been squandered, along with incurred expenses, and I was addressed in a demeaning manner. This medical office used to provide excellent service.

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Agnieszka K. Google 5 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Incredible support that truly exceeds expectations

Exceptional support that truly stands out from the crowd.

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Darren W. Google 5 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Exceptional medical care beyond my wildest expectations

Exceptional surgical procedure. The medical professionals and front desk staff were outstanding. Overall, an excellent experience from start to finish.

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Lucy F. Google 5 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Disappointing decline in medical care and service

Used to be excellent, but has seriously deteriorated. Medical staff and dispensary personnel display poor attitudes. You'd think they own the medications. Previously a 2-day process, now stretched to 5 days, and they're not even seeing patients, so why the extended delay. When individuals need their medications, sometimes urgently, someone should investigate. Patients don't want to be interrogated every time they make an inquiry. Assign a dedicated staff member to handle calls and communicate professionally, not treating every caller like an inconvenience. Some doctors remain compassionate and caring, but the newer ones are problematic. We've observed a gradual decline. We've been patients here for 9 years and haven't complained before. But we've reached our breaking point now.....

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Amanda L. Google 7 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Exceptional care from a compassionate heart doctor

I visited the community cardiology clinic and encountered an absolutely outstanding cardiologist. The level of care was truly exceptional.

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William B. Google 8 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Compassionate care at its absolute finest

The medical team here is exceptional, and I'm truly grateful for their outstanding care and service.

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Susan E. Google 9 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Exceptional care from compassionate medical team

An exceptional team of medical professionals who truly stand out in their field. Their expertise, compassion, and collaborative approach make them a top-notch healthcare group.

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  • The Freshwell Health Ctr. Wethersfield Road Finchingfield,Braintree Essex CM7 4BQ

Patient Experience Summary

Patient feedback reflects a predominantly positive experience with the practice, though some concerns have emerged regarding service consistency. Most patients commend the medical professionals for their expertise, compassion, and attentive care, alongside reception staff for their courtesy and responsiveness. Appointment access is frequently highlighted as efficient, with several patients noting swift booking and minimal phone wait times. The welcoming environment, professional communication, and continuity of care contribute to patient confidence in the service.

However, a minority of feedback indicates deterioration in certain areas. Extended medication processing times, lengthy phone waits, and dismissive reception interactions have been reported by some patients. One long-standing patient noted a gradual decline in service quality and staff attitudes, contrasting with the practice's previously excellent reputation. Concerns centre on inconsistent professionalism among staff and delays in dispensary processes that impact patient access to urgent medications.

Overall, the practice demonstrates strong capability in clinical care and appointment management, though recent feedback suggests attention is needed to maintain consistent service standards across all departments, particularly in reception responsiveness and medication handling efficiency.

Appointment

78.00 %
Great

Reception

81.00 %
Great

Cleanliness

85.00 %
Excellent

Care

85.00 %
Excellent

Respect

76.00 %
Great

Seen on time

72.00 %
Great
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