Falmouth Health Centre
Trevaylor Road, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2LHContact details and opening times
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Review titled Long waiting time for routine appointments
Rated 1 star out of 5
by Anonymous - Posted on 14 August 2024
I was advised by my optician to book a cholesterol test with my GP. When I called to arrange it, I was told I’d first need to have a routine appointment with the GP before they could authorise the test. Unfortunately, the earliest available appointment was a month away, which means I’ll have to wait a month just to get approval for the test, then another 2-3 weeks to have the test itself, and even longer to receive the results. It’s quite concerning that in this day and age, we’re expected to wait so long for a routine appointment. I suggested trying to get a same-day appointment, but was told that this wouldn’t be possible as my issue wasn’t deemed urgent. Overall, the service at this practice has been really disappointing.
Visited August 2024
Falmouth Health Centre has not yet replied.
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Review titled Cervical cancer screening nightmare
Rated 4 stars out of 5
by Anonymous - Posted on 08 May 2024
I am very happy with Falmouth Care Centre in general but few days ago I went for my smear test and the nurse performing it was just awful. It wasn’t my first time doing this test and I knew what to expect but it was definitely not that. She was on hurry for some reason, didn’t explain anything, used a lot of force with speculum and ignored all signs of my distress and discomfort. As a result of that I still have some post examination bleeding and I feel utterly humiliated. I just hated the entire thing. Never coming back there for that test.
Visited May 2024
Review titled Falmouth Health Centre
Replied on 08 May 2024
Dear Patient Thank you for your feedback. I am very sorry that you were unhappy with your experience of your smear test. We would very much like to chat to you about this. If you could email us at falmouth.healthcentre@nhs.net with your details, our Practice Manager will be in touch on her return from annual leave. Kind regards Caroline
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Review titled Great Practice
Rated 5 stars out of 5
by Anonymous - Posted on 14 November 2023
I was impressed by the all round service I received from two Doctors and a nurse when recently visiting Falmouth Health centre. The Doctor I saw for my ear appointment was so insightful, caring and had a refreshingly human approach, which I really valued. The second was also very helpful, offering to print information about my case that was very helpful and insightful for me. The nurse that took my blood was friendly, kind and made me feel at ease. Thank you very much for the great service.
Visited September 2023
Falmouth Health Centre has not yet replied.
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Review titled Thank you
Rated 5 stars out of 5
by Ruth Dunham Hills - Posted on 05 October 2023
The care that my elderly parents received from everyone at Falmouth Health Centre was outstanding. I would particularly like to thank their main doctor for taking the time to look after my parents. They were treated with kindness, empathy and a genuine concern for their well-being. I couldn't have wished for better care. Thank you too for the compassion of the other doctors. Our communication with the Health Centre was efficient and friendly. The reception staff are endlessly patient. I was able to use the triage system for my mum and dad so that their needs were efficiently responded to - by the doctors or the practice paramedic. The nurses we saw were all brilliant. Even though my dad had Alzheimer's, he remembered having his blood taken by an elf at Christmas for a long time!
Visited September 2023
Falmouth Health Centre has not yet replied.
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Review titled Terrible practice
Rated 1 star out of 5
by Anonymous - Posted on 03 August 2023
In the 1 year I have tried to use this practice I have had 4 different doctors . It keeps changing. Getting recovered from knee surgery I used the on call system to get an antibiotic. The useless physician that called me back 1 hour and 20 mins later . I requested an antibiotic due an infection. As I’m staying off my knee . This physician denied my request and saying she could not help me . Asking if my boyfriend or sister from another state to come bring me there all this needless running around to get an antibiotic for my infection. Was a very big waste of time calling them I wasted my time so ridiculous. I ended up getting my antibiotic from Dr on demand in 2 mins so I can treat infection while recovering from my surgery. It’s sad to say that a stranger Dr from who knows where was able to treat me . While the Dr of the moment could do nothing to treat me Super disappointed and now realizing that I need to find a new Dr . If a pcp couldn’t do a thing and was definitely ok with leaving an infection untreated while I just had a surgery. Unbelievable. What does the Dr of the moment use for anything. The physician would leave me with an infection while I recover. Don’t waste your time with this place . Horrible not worth the aggravation. The receptionist is awful and nasty as well
Visited August 2023
Review titled Falmouth Health Centre
Replied on 14 August 2023
Dear Patient Please would you contact us so that we can discuss your review? If you can give us more details we can listen to the calls and address your concerns. If you would like to ring us on 01326 210090 and ask to speak to the Practice Manager.
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Review titled Staff pleasant, attentive and helpful
by sculptorkf77 - Posted on 10 July 2023
😊Staff pleasant, attentive and helpful I did not have to wait long before seeing nurses or consultants. 😒Falmouth Health Centre is functional, if a little bleak, and not the easiest of places to find. For patients from West Cornwall, it is too far to travel to Falmouth. Pre-assessments have been done at West Cornwall Hospital in the past and this is much more convenient for those of us who live in that area. Clinical appointments are limiting and stressful enough without having to worry about a long journey in heavy traffic.
Visited June 2023
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Review titled Falmouth Health Centre
Replied on 11 July 2023
Dear reviewer This is the page for the GP Practice which is in the same building as the Outpatients Department. Best wishes
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Review titled Excellent service & super attitude
by librast39 - Posted on 02 July 2023
Pre cataract surgery. Checklist completed on a question and answer process by a nurse. Followed by a check done on my eyes. Excellent service & super attitude to me the patient. I was made to feel very comfortable with a smile. Staff obviously comfortable in their surrounds, no stairs. Falmouth health centre light, windows pleasant, parking easy. Venue much better than the basement at the Tower Block in Treliske, hence happy staff & patient. Altogether a good experience. Thank you.
Visited May 2023
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Review titled Falmouth Health Centre
Replied on 03 July 2023
Unfortunately this is not the correct site for this review - you have posted on the GP Practice page. We are situated in the same building.
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Review titled All in all a very positive experience.
by eaterxb68 - Posted on 04 June 2023
I arrived early for my appointment, and was seen after a short wait, but almost immediately after the previous patient left. The two delightful nurses carried out the assessment efficiently & cheerfully, while explaining everything in a manner I understood. I only waited a short time after they finished, before I was called by my doctor, who also briefed me of the next steps. All in all a very positive experience. I left feeling relieved at the progress of my treatment. The staff were great. The only improvement from my point of view would be availability of such treatment nearer home, as I had to travel 50 miles from North Cornwall for my appointment.
Visited May 2023
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Review titled Falmouth Health Centre
Replied on 03 July 2023
Unfortunately this is not the correct site for this review - you have posted on the GP Practice page. We are situated in the same building.
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Review titled Friendly, efficient and quick
by librakj35 - Posted on 08 August 2023
My experience couldn't have been better. My appointment at Falmouth Health Centre was friendly, efficient and quick. No complaints at all.
Visited May 2023
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Review titled Falmouth Health Centre
Replied on 14 August 2023
Thank you very much for your kind words, we do appreciate you taking the time to post a review. Caroline
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Review titled Professional and excellent service
Rated 5 stars out of 5
by Victoria - Posted on 16 April 2023
I contacted the practice for an appointment not knowing if it would be a callback in the first instance but after describing my symptoms I was given a face to face appointment by the very helpful receptionist within 2 hours of my call. The GP listened and guided by my symptoms decided to do blood tests etc immediately rather than waiting for a nurse appointment so that the results will be back within a few days. I cannot fault the service I have been given so far and feel confident that if I require any ongoing treatment that this will be dealt with swiftly too.
Visited April 2023
Review titled Falmouth Health Centre
Replied on 17 April 2023
Thank you for your review. We are pleased you have had such a positive experience. All the best, The Falmouth Health Centre Practice