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Sydenham House Surgery

Sydenham House, Monswick Road, Long Ley, Harlow, Essex, CM20 3NT

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  1. Review titled Very rude receptionist!!

    Rated 1 star out of 5

    by Anonymous - Posted on 19 June 2024

    I've had a receptionist laugh at me over the phone, and I've witnessed her ridicule other patients in the surgery.

    Visited June 2024

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    Review titled Sydenham House Surgery

    Replied on 24 July 2024

    Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We sincerely apologize for the negative experience you had with our receptionist. And we will be looking into this . This is not the level of service we strive to provide, and your feedback is extremely valuable to us. Thank you for your understanding and for allowing us the opportunity to improve our services. You are welcome to discuss this matter in person with Practice manager.

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  2. Review titled Worst GP

    Rated 1 star out of 5

    by Kousar - Posted on 06 June 2024

    The staff are so rude that I made my mind several times that I should change the surgery but the only thing hold me back is they always give appointments, the rest of the service is very bad. In one occasion my 3 year old son was moving around, the receptionist said "this is not the play ground". And today I had an appointment with an associate practitioner she had a cup in her table and I did not take buggy with my son, so I was explaining about my son situation, my son spilled the tea, she was so angry, literally I could see her red face and she said its, not a playground if you cannot handle a child you should bring buggy with you. I know my son spilled her tea but I have never seen such rude behaviour before anywhere. My suggestion for "Sydenham House surgery "If you cannot run the surgery with good work ethics shut it down".

    Visited June 2024

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    Review titled Sydenham House Surgery

    Replied on 24 July 2024

    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are deeply sorry to hear about the negative interactions you have had with our staff. This is certainly not the standard of care and professionalism we aim to provide at Sydenham House Surgery. We understand how important it is for all our patients, including young children to feel welcome and respected in our practice. The comments and behaviour you described from both the receptionist and the associate practitioner are unacceptable and do not reflect our values. We will be addressing these issues with the staff involved to ensure such incidents do not occur in the future. At the same time, I would like to reiterate that we have few incidents happened due to running around and playing of the children in the premises. And it is equally important to provide safe and peaceful environment to the clinician to treat you. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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  3. Review titled Great Practice

    Rated 5 stars out of 5

    by Tim - Posted on 26 February 2024

    I was going abroad and got quick appointment after triage. Dr called same day and sorted out my medications and sent to pharmacy. Small but very helpful practice and everyone willing to go extra mile. NHS is struggling due to cuts and shortages and target pressure but this surgery is trying their best to help in difficult political situation.

    Visited February 2024

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    Review titled Sydenham House Surgery

    Replied on 28 February 2024

    Dear Tim Thank you so much for your kind words which will be shared with the team. We strive to go the extra mile where we can. Once again thank you Tina Murphy Practice Manager

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  4. Review titled Efficient friendly service

    Rated 4 stars out of 5

    by Lesley - Posted on 19 April 2023

    My initial telephone call was answered promptly and I was able to book an an appointment for later that week, Receptionists were friendly and helpful. The doctor put me at ease and dealt efficiently with my questions. A good service all round. thank you.

    Visited April 2023

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    Review titled Sydenham House Surgery

    Replied on 23 February 2024

    We would like to thank you for your kind comments. we aim to provide a good and friendly service to all our patients

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  5. Review titled No Response

    Rated 1 star out of 5

    by Anonymous - Posted on 31 January 2024

    I am a diabetic patient; One of the medicines was advised as to cause side effects and taken off. But the surgery had not replaced the same with another one. I had been chasing multiple times but this was not done. Then I look for an appointment after waiting an hour on the call - they say no appointment. I call again the next day, because I think I had asked them why they held for an hour or so and couldn't give an appointment (I am also a tax payer), they said can call next day. I went again to call next day- looks like they have blocked my number as I couldn't even get into the queue. GPs are paid very well and NHS pays them, then why shouldn't we get an appropriate service. The management is looking at profits and not service. This is basic fundamental right to be seen and advised.

    Visited January 2023

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    Review titled Sydenham House Surgery

    Replied on 23 February 2024

    I am sorry that you feel you have had a bad experience with the surgery.. Firstly I would like to assure you that we would never block any ones phone number. We have limited appointments on the day but you can book an appointments in advance. If you would like to discuss further please contact the Practice Manager

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  6. Review titled Lovely practice

    Rated 5 stars out of 5

    by Raminta Prusinskaite - Posted on 16 September 2022

    I have been visiting this practice for over 9 years and really appreciate the help and support I get from my doctors nurses and lovely receptionist's. They work really hard are very professional, kind and supportive. Outstanding practice thank you for all your hard work.

    Visited September 2022

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    Review titled Sydenham House Surgery

    Replied on 23 February 2024

    we would like to thank you for your kind comments. we aim to provide a good and friendly service to all our patients

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