Chastleton Medical Group
Newton Drive, Durham, County Durham, DH1 5BHContact details and opening times
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Review titled Appointments
Rated 2 stars out of 5
by Mrs Carole Robson - Posted on 11 November 2024
Over 2 weeks ago saw Dr sent for ECG re heart rate GP Ssent a request for me to book an appointment with the GP who had requested ECG despite numerous attempts to get appointment including this morning from 8:30 prompt on line and on phone for same day appointment, went to Dr's for 9:15 appointment only to find it's somehow booked for next week !!! Receptionist could offer no appointment.
Visited November 2024
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Review titled Distressing experience
Rated 4 stars out of 5
by Joanne Wheeler - Posted on 17 October 2024
I was in the waiting area when an elderly gentleman was trying to explain to the receptionist the circumstances regarding his wife. He was clearly distraught, at the end of his tether and displayed frustration. At no point was he rude. The receptionist showed no empathy and just kept repeating the policy of the surgery. No progress was being made and the problem was not resolved with no alternatives being offered. Another person arrived to assist the receptionist and he told the gentleman he needed to calm down and in order to do so he should go for a walk and come back. The gentleman realised he wasn't going to get any resolution and agreed to leave. It was extremely distressing to witness the way this man was treated. He was so distraught and to let him just leave seemed like the wrong thing to do. He needed comfort and support, not to be sent away. He even said that he feared his wife may be dead the following day. I accept I don't know the full circumstances and hope the correct course of support was eventually found for this man and his wife, but the way the situation was handled was not professional or caring. This isn't my usual experience at Chastleton as I've always found all the reception staff to be very helpful and caring, so this was quite shocking to witness.
Visited October 2024
Review titled Chastleton Medical Group
Replied on 30 October 2024
Dear Joanne I wanted to acknowledge your comment. As you indicate confidentiality prevents any specific discussion about this incident. I did witness events myself, and whilst I don’t completely concur with all your interpretation of what was witnessed would totally accept it was regrettable, and lessons certainly can be learned and shared. Dr Clifford Senior GP Partner
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Review titled Poor Service
Rated 1 star out of 5
by John - Posted on 19 September 2024
I tried to arrange a doctors appointment today 19.09.24 I managed to get through before I arrived at work which is very rare. I was informed that I could see a nurse at 10:15 which was no good as I explained to the receptionist I was on my way to work. I was not given the option of a doctor or to submit images via a link which I am aware is an option. For people who work the service is poor if you are lucky enough to get through before you start work you normally find all appointments are gone and told to call back another day . I'm sorry but this is why peoples conditions are getting worse, because they cant see a doctor. Something needs to be put in place for the people who work.
Visited September 2024
Chastleton Medical Group has not yet replied.
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Review titled Getting an appointment is like winning the lottery!
Rated 1 star out of 5
by Anonymous - Posted on 14 February 2024
I phoned at 8:33 & was informed I was number 41 in the list! 2 hours later I hung up!! I couldn't wait any longer. I think I became anxious!
Visited November 2023
Chastleton Medical Group has not yet replied.
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Review titled superb and quick diagnosis
Rated 5 stars out of 5
by Anonymous - Posted on 08 December 2022
From arriving being short of breath to cancer surgery took only 7 weeks. Chastelton staff were all excellent, keeping me well informed and following up.
Visited December 2022
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