Patient Experience Summary

Feedback reflects a mixed patient experience with distinct service strengths and persistent operational challenges. Medical professionals consistently receive praise for compassionate care, clinical expertise, and responsiveness, with patients reporting positive outcomes from consultations and swift diagnostic action. However, appointment access remains a significant frustration, with patients describing difficulty reaching the practice by phone, limited booking windows restricted to early morning calls, and ineffective callback systems. Reception experience varies considerably, with some patients noting helpful and warm interactions while others report discourteous or dismissive behaviour during calls about prescriptions and appointment scheduling.

Administrative inefficiencies emerge as a recurring concern, including lost paperwork, delayed referral processing, and generic responses to specific inquiries that fail to address patient needs. Communication breakdowns between departments have resulted in missed urgent referrals and prolonged delays for time-sensitive conditions. Several patients noted improvements in recent months, particularly regarding reception staff conduct and phone system responsiveness, though booking limitations persist. The practice environment and facilities receive consistent positive feedback.

Patients with long-standing relationships report sustained satisfaction with continuity of care and medical quality, whilst newer patients sometimes encounter barriers during initial contact. The contrast between clinical excellence and administrative friction suggests that operational improvements in booking systems, communication protocols, and reception training could significantly enhance overall patient experience without compromising the medical care standards already in place.

Appointment

42.38 %
Poor

Reception

48.92 %
Poor

Cleanliness

75.00 %
Great

Care

72.15 %
Great

Respect

52.31 %
Average

Seen on time

61.54 %
Average

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Louise A. Google 3 years ago

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Excellent!

Fast and compassionate medical care

Exceptional hospitality from the entire medical staff, including front desk personnel, nursing team, and physicians. Swift and compassionate guidance... from first interaction to obtaining antibiotics took merely 2 hours, with diagnostic results available within 48 hours.

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Sofi I. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Impossible to book an appointment with this clinic

I've been attempting to schedule an appointment for numerous months now, and it's incredibly frustrating. If you don't dial precisely at 8am, you have zero opportunity to secure a booking. Even when calling exactly at the designated time, their phone line is perpetually jammed and immediately switches to a constant busy signal. What possible way am I supposed to actually make an appointment under these circumstances?

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Geo T. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Offensive comedy that missed the mark

Repulsive and disingenuous attempts at humor.

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Barney W. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Average!

Frustrating vaccine quest with unhelpful medical staff

Navigating the complex maze of scheduling my third Covid-19 vaccine proved incredibly frustrating, with the medical practice offering zero assistance. Despite multiple attempts to get clear guidance from the 119 helpline staff, I found myself confronted with an unhelpful receptionist who seemed more inclined to mock than support me. The situation was time-sensitive, requiring immediate resolution within a 24-hour window. While the receptionist did make an effort to help, the information she provided was unfortunately obsolete and ineffective.

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Ryan E. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Terrible customer service from an unhelpful receptionist

I just had an encounter with the most discourteous, detached, and indifferent receptionist while attempting to follow up on a recurring prescription order. I understand their workload is demanding, but that's true for everyone. Showing basic courtesy, compassion, and understanding isn't a difficult task, particularly in a customer service role. Her demeanor epitomized everything problematic about front desk staff's approach to patients, a trend I believe is increasingly deteriorating.

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Stephanie G. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Fantastic medical care with quick appointments and kindness

I find this medical practice absolutely fantastic! Scheduling an appointment is a breeze if I ring up by 8am, and occasionally even at 9am. When possible, they handle matters via phone consultation, which is incredibly convenient. If an in-person visit is necessary, they typically manage to see me on the same day. The staff are consistently compassionate, attentive, and comforting. I'd wholeheartedly suggest them to anyone living nearby! As an additional observation, the clinic's grounds and architecture are simply stunning!

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Raissa S. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Caring professionals despite challenging staffing situation

Throughout my past twelve months as a patient here, each medical professional I've encountered has demonstrated exceptional care and compassion. While the surgical department seems to struggle with limited personnel, making scheduling appointments challenging, I consistently felt that the staff was genuinely committed to addressing my medical needs with the utmost urgency and efficiency.

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Sophie L. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Terrible healthcare experience that left me traumatized

Absolutely zero communication, they completely disregarded my concerns and never returned my calls. The stress was so intense that it triggered a full-blown anxiety episode. I desperately wish I could give them zero stars. The staff's rudeness is appalling, and getting in touch with a doctor requires an exhausting battle. When you're most vulnerable, these people are completely unreliable and cannot be depended on.

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  • 0117 9466455
  • The Family Practice Western College,Cotham Rd Bristol BS6 6DF

Patient Experience Summary

Feedback reflects a mixed patient experience with distinct service strengths and persistent operational challenges. Medical professionals consistently receive praise for compassionate care, clinical expertise, and responsiveness, with patients reporting positive outcomes from consultations and swift diagnostic action. However, appointment access remains a significant frustration, with patients describing difficulty reaching the practice by phone, limited booking windows restricted to early morning calls, and ineffective callback systems. Reception experience varies considerably, with some patients noting helpful and warm interactions while others report discourteous or dismissive behaviour during calls about prescriptions and appointment scheduling.

Administrative inefficiencies emerge as a recurring concern, including lost paperwork, delayed referral processing, and generic responses to specific inquiries that fail to address patient needs. Communication breakdowns between departments have resulted in missed urgent referrals and prolonged delays for time-sensitive conditions. Several patients noted improvements in recent months, particularly regarding reception staff conduct and phone system responsiveness, though booking limitations persist. The practice environment and facilities receive consistent positive feedback.

Patients with long-standing relationships report sustained satisfaction with continuity of care and medical quality, whilst newer patients sometimes encounter barriers during initial contact. The contrast between clinical excellence and administrative friction suggests that operational improvements in booking systems, communication protocols, and reception training could significantly enhance overall patient experience without compromising the medical care standards already in place.

Appointment

42.38 %
Poor

Reception

48.92 %
Poor

Cleanliness

75.00 %
Great

Care

72.15 %
Great

Respect

52.31 %
Average

Seen on time

61.54 %
Average
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