Patient Experience Summary

Feedback about this practice reveals a deeply polarised patient experience with significant inconsistencies across service areas. Appointment access remains a persistent challenge, with many patients reporting difficulty securing face-to-face consultations, extended waiting times both for booking and in-person visits, and instances of appointment cancellations. Reception experience emerges as a major concern, with multiple accounts of discourteous, dismissive, and unprofessional conduct from front desk staff, though some patients report courteous greetings. Communication and responsiveness issues are widespread, including missed phone consultation callbacks, poor coordination, and lack of clarity around procedures.

Medical staff performance is notably mixed. Several patients praise individual doctors and nurses for compassionate, thorough, and efficient care, while others describe dismissive attitudes, lack of empathy, and rushed consultations. The practice environment itself receives criticism regarding cleanliness standards, outdated facilities, and inadequate privacy arrangements, though some recent visitors report well-maintained spaces. A smaller group of long-standing patients express satisfaction with continuity of care and supportive staff, suggesting positive experiences are possible but appear inconsistent. The overall pattern indicates systemic organisational challenges affecting appointment availability, booking experience, and reception courtesy, alongside variable quality in clinical interactions.

Appointment

32.67 %
Bad

Reception

28.92 %
Bad

Cleanliness

35.50 %
Poor

Care

42.18 %
Poor

Respect

31.24 %
Bad

Seen on time

36.89 %
Poor

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M H. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Waited 10 Months for a Useless Response

after a decade of waiting, they finally responded to my comment with such a lackadaisical attitude

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Gabriele B. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Doctor's Care Solved My Health Concerns

The medical staff were incredibly supportive and kind, addressing all necessary concerns efficiently and providing valuable guidance on preventative care. I departed feeling completely satisfied and grateful for their assistance.

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PS

Praveen S. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Long Wait at Morning Clinic Appointment

Inefficient service. I was given a 10:30 appointment, yet the doctor failed to see me for over an hour, leaving me waiting unnecessarily.

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Stay E. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Appointment Canceled 5 Times After 4 Months

Absolute nightmare! They've canceled my scheduled visit five separate times, and I've been left hanging for a total of four months. This is completely unacceptable and totally unprofessional.

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AG

Alan G. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Terrible care after failed procedure

Endured a two-year wait for a medical referral, only to undergo a procedure yesterday that proved ineffective. Upon returning today, the reception staff claimed they don't handle referrals, and the doctor's response was dismissive: "This is your problem, not ours." My nasal bleeding persists.

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Canal T. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Awful ENT care at local NHS clinic

I attended an NHS ENT consultation for my child. I must concur with previous feedback. Excluding the reception team, the medical professionals were absolutely dreadful. They were extremely brusque, bordering on offensive, and displayed a complete absence of empathy, understanding, or patient consideration. They showed no willingness to listen, demonstrate basic decency, or exhibit any semblance of compassion. Their sole apparent objective was to expedite patients through their doors. Despite maintaining patience, as my focus was my son's care, I now have zero trust or confidence in the medical team's capabilities, given their profound lack of interpersonal skills and human connection. I am utterly appalled by our treatment. If your general practitioner recommends this clinic, I strongly advise seeking an alternative. This standard of service is completely unacceptable for an NHS facility. If patients collectively voice their dissatisfaction and request alternative referrals, the clinic will be compelled to either shut down or provide their staff with essential training in fundamental human respect.

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MI

Mimi I. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Rude nurse dismissed my health concerns

Your well-being and existence are treated as a mere punchline, and if you dare to show concern, you're supposedly squandering taxpayer resources. This encapsulates the essence of my recent telephone interaction with a healthcare professional.

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GK

Gerry K. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Prescription Help During Lockdown Saved Me

The staff consistently demonstrate a supportive approach, and I genuinely appreciate their assistance. However, I find it frustrating that these reviews lack verification, allowing potentially untruthful comments to be shared about this healthcare provider. What I can confidently state is that Spitalfield Practice was exceptionally outstanding during the pandemic, particularly when I required a prescription in a different region of the United Kingdom. Being 65 years old, I feel deeply grateful to the medical professionals for the exceptional care I have received at this practice.

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CO

Christine O. Google 2 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Friendly Nurses Made My Visit Comfortable

The nursing staff has consistently provided me with exceptional care and service.

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MD

Mrmonir D. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Unhelpful and Disrespectful Front Desk Staff

The reception employees demonstrate an appalling lack of courtesy. This medical practice falls far below acceptable standards and deserves to be closed down immediately.

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CN

C N. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Unfriendly Staff Rushed Me Through Appointment

Upon arrival, the receptionist greeted me warmly and with courtesy, but unfortunately, the subsequent interactions with the hearing test nurse and ENT consultant were far from pleasant. The nurse summoned me with a complete lack of engagement, avoiding eye contact and walking well ahead of me to the examination room. Her demeanor was devoid of any warmth - no smile, no welcoming words, just curt, impersonal instructions delivered in a detached manner. Subsequently, I was ushered to see the ENT advisor/consultant - though I'm uncertain of his exact role. He mirrored the nurse's approach, appearing equally disinterested and distant, posing only the most cursory questions about my condition. During my brief 5-minute consultation - which followed a three-month wait - I felt distinctly rushed and as though I was an inconvenience. I had anticipated receiving meaningful guidance or insight, but instead departed feeling entirely let down. It seems the genuine passion for their profession has completely evaporated from these healthcare professionals. Ultimately, I sincerely hope others encounter a more compassionate experience, and that I won't need to return.

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TA

Tasneem A. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Rude Reception Staff Ruined My NHS Visit

The reception and administrative staff provide the most abysmal service imaginable. There's a complete absence of empathy, compassion, or any semblance of quality care that should embody the fundamental NHS principles. One must question the hiring process that brought such incompetent employees on board. It's imperative to recruit staff who are genuinely committed to patient care, rather than those who merely loiter at the reception, engaging in idle chatter or spending time smoking outside instead of attending to their professional responsibilities!!!

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AK

A K. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Awkward and uncomfortable visit

Every visit here is a reluctant necessity for me. The whole experience leaves me feeling utterly uneasy and deeply uncomfortable.

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CR

Capt. R. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Long-Term Patient Loves Weekend Enhanced Clinic

I've been a patient at this surgery since 2011, and I'm extremely satisfied with their services. From the medical professionals to the administrative staff, everyone is incredibly supportive. The reception team, including Mr Bala, Mr Jamil, and their colleagues, always go above and beyond to help me schedule appointments. My GP, Dr A Uddin, is an exceptional doctor. Moreover, the surgery has recently introduced an Enhanced clinic offering weekend appointments, which I consider truly remarkable. I want to express my sincere gratitude to all the Spitalfields surgery staff for their dedication and commitment. Thank you once again.

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AB

Alin B. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Nurse rushed me out and canceled my slot

For being just 7 minutes behind schedule, they completely canceled my appointment. It seemed like the nurse was eager to dismiss me. From what I observed, the hygiene standards are extremely poor. I absolutely cannot recommend this facility any longer.

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MR

Mizan R. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Compassionate Care from Dr Sulic

I just visited Dr. Sulic and was thoroughly impressed by his compassionate approach and exceptional medical expertise. Without a doubt, he ranks among the most outstanding physicians I've encountered.

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SF

Susan F. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Excellent!

Friendly staff made my hearing appointment great

I've visited this place for hearing-related matters multiple times, and each experience has been thoroughly enjoyable. The negative reviews I've encountered are completely unfounded. My advice is simple: approach with kindness, and you'll receive kindness in return.

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HH

Habeebzs H. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Terrible Doctor, Total Nightmare

Absolutely terrible doctor! If the rating system allowed it, I'd give this physician the lowest possible score!

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ZP

Zoha P. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Wasted Morning at Terrible Clinic Desk

Absolutely dreadful service. The reception team displayed an incredibly unprofessional and discourteous attitude. Despite arriving punctually for my scheduled 10:20 appointment, I was left waiting until 10:45 with no acknowledgment, forcing me to depart. When I requested an alternative booking, the receptionist responded with complete indifference, claiming no slots were open.

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KB

Karl B. Google 3 years ago

Rating

Bad!

Nightmare GP Practice with Zero Accessibility

I'd give this medical practice a rating below zero if I could. It's undoubtedly among the most dysfunctical GP offices I've ever encountered - securing an appointment is virtually impossible, their prescription renewal process is needlessly complex, and the staff are remarkably unhelpful. I'm completely unable to comment on the physicians' professional abilities since, despite two years as a patient, I've never managed to actually see a doctor face-to-face.

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  • The Spitalfields Practice 20 Old Montague Street London E1 5PB

Patient Experience Summary

Feedback about this practice reveals a deeply polarised patient experience with significant inconsistencies across service areas. Appointment access remains a persistent challenge, with many patients reporting difficulty securing face-to-face consultations, extended waiting times both for booking and in-person visits, and instances of appointment cancellations. Reception experience emerges as a major concern, with multiple accounts of discourteous, dismissive, and unprofessional conduct from front desk staff, though some patients report courteous greetings. Communication and responsiveness issues are widespread, including missed phone consultation callbacks, poor coordination, and lack of clarity around procedures.

Medical staff performance is notably mixed. Several patients praise individual doctors and nurses for compassionate, thorough, and efficient care, while others describe dismissive attitudes, lack of empathy, and rushed consultations. The practice environment itself receives criticism regarding cleanliness standards, outdated facilities, and inadequate privacy arrangements, though some recent visitors report well-maintained spaces. A smaller group of long-standing patients express satisfaction with continuity of care and supportive staff, suggesting positive experiences are possible but appear inconsistent. The overall pattern indicates systemic organisational challenges affecting appointment availability, booking experience, and reception courtesy, alongside variable quality in clinical interactions.

Appointment

32.67 %
Bad

Reception

28.92 %
Bad

Cleanliness

35.50 %
Poor

Care

42.18 %
Poor

Respect

31.24 %
Bad

Seen on time

36.89 %
Poor
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