Positively the single worst hospital it has ever been my experience to be admitted to. The A&E…read morewaiting times are ridiculous and not all staff, but some of them, really should question why they're in the job. Oh yeah and god help you if you smoke, because then that's just used as license for you to be treated like garbage by nurses with little to no interest in you. The place is pathetic from top to bottom. And even when you register a genuine complaint, telling truth... It's just passed off, with nothing being done.

I've been to Wishaw General twice now and have found it to an efficient, well run hospital…read more The first time I attended the out of hours doctor with my daughter and she was admitted. I stayed with her overnight on the children's ward. I found the nurses to be excellent. They understood my concerns and were in good spirits throughout the night (i.e. not crabby). The children's ward comes complete with a parents lounge (equipped with food and drinks) and a baby feeding area. This was handy for us because I didn't expect my daughter to be admitted so had nothing with me. The second time I visited it was to see the out of hours GP. Despite not having an appointment the receptionist accommodated us without fuss after calling round other hospitals in the area to try and get us a doctor.

Dr Stephen Feltblower!!!! If I can give any advice to anyone please stay away from this doctor (or…read morebutcher as I call him) went in with stabbing feeling in groin. I hadn't slept for 3 nights because of the pain, my testicle was swollen and raised. This doctor made it very clear that I was an inconvenience to his day, he man handed my testicle whilst I squirmed around the bed in pain, he told me there was nothing wrong with me and sent me out the door with antibiotics (which made no difference to my symptoms). I made an emergency appointment with my gp the following morning to be told that my testicle had swelt to a size larger than it was the previous week. My gp was so concerned she made an emergency appointment to get an ultrasound done on my testicles. I'm now 3 months down the line and still struggling with daily life. I made a complaint to nhs forth valley regarding this and the doctor in question has lied through his teeth in his response. We're meant to be able to feel safe and trust these people and after this I have no faith in the system in place. Its embarrassing enough to have to get your penis and testicles out for complete strangers but when your made to feel the way this doctor made me feel, when I should be able to trust him is absolutely shocking.

My boyfriend had sudden back pain which was severe. He could hardly walk or talk from the pain…read more Owing to the severity, we called a taxi to the Larbert Accident and Emergency. As we waited, there was a general atmosphere of being dissatisfied by the long wait time and lack of communication from staff whilst patients waited. My boyfriend had gone to the toilet when his name was called. I explained, but the staff member insisted on calling another patient's name immediately after. Annoyingly, it was a matter of seconds till my boyfriend returned. It wasn't long till my boyfriend's name was called again. We felt lucky because we had waited a relatively short time. However, he was in for minutes; the doctor had refused to look at him because it was back pain and they do not consider this an emergency. Surely, this is not a case of black and white, and there are cases when back pain is, one: severe, and two: a symptom of something more serious underlying. We'd paid £18 in taxi fares, and were sent away to the Stirling Minor Injury Unit for an appointment later that evening. We walked a mile to Larbert train station as we couldn't afford another taxi regardless of how much pain my boyfriend was in. To add to the confusion there's a sign in the Minor Injury Unit which states that they do NOT treat back pain. The doctor there assessed my boyfriend's ears, stomach and back after apologising; she assumed that they would have already done this all quickly at Larbert. This wasn't the case. - My boyfriend was only told there was nothing he could do for them. I think there definitely needs to be clearer guidelines as to which unit is appropriate for your circumstances. At the moment, the information currently available has the risk of getting you in a right pickle. And I can't think of much worse than being in a pickle when you're feeling poorly.

Professional, relaxed, quiet, confidential…read more The waiting room is the hottest place on Earth but being set in a bit Georgian townhouse you don't feel the same unjust seediness and clinical vibe that is normally associated with sexual health or family planning. Everything is well organised and even though waiting times seemed to be a little a off (I turned up for an open clinic and I was first in, but still had to wait over an hour) I was seen by medical staff who were knowledgeable and genuinely caring. Not every contraception is right for every person, so if you're wanting a change I recommend this place, will take "patients" of any age unlike other clinics around Edinburgh.

I went to the Dean Terrace walk-in clinic in Edinburgh and I explained to the nurse that I had a…read morewart I was worried about, and without making eye contact she told me to drop me kilt. She was sitting down, and I was standing up. She stared at me bits for a moment much like the way that people squint and look over the top of their glasses, as if she was studying a piece of art. "I'm having problems locating it", she said. I told her it was on the side of my hand. "Oh, pull your kilt back on then" she said. She then told me that most cases of warts to come into that clinic were of a sexual nature. I already knew that, but I just wanted to show off me knob.

I've been a patient of Clarkston Medical Centre for 7+ years now, and they've recently moved into…read morethis new Health Centre on Drumby Crescent. It actually looks like a small hospital more than GP clinic and takes in quite a few local practices. I booked an appointment with my clinic as usual for a blood test arrived a little bit early seeing as it was my first visit. There's plenty of parking and even though the carpark looked full, there was people constantly coming and going so I was able to get a spot. Inside there's a large foyer area and cafe, and you just need to check the signs for where your GP practice is now located. There's 5 different GP practices and they all operate separately so it isn't really too different from how it was before, just in a more modern building. There's other services too, like podiatry, physiotherapy, children's services, adult mental health services, speech therapy, district nursing, health visiting and social work (taken from the website). On my way out, I popped to the cafe and was impressed by the prices and selection - I got a chocolate crunchie slice and the staff were really friendly. I really like this new building - it's about 5 minutes closer to my house and is really well set up. My only grizzle is that I couldn't get the free wifi to work but that's not the end of the world!

New patient living locally. Phoned for appointment 10am…read moreWednesday Was seen 12 noon Referred to specialist after examination Told to arrange blood test and form given to go to Royal Victoria for xray same day and was seen and finished in less than 30 mins Blood test arranged Friday am nurse apologetic for 10 minute delay!! Further blood test Monday am. Results following Friday Excellent service friendly and efficient team from receptionists until finish

Worst general practice I've ever been to. I've made two appointments now for severe anxiety and…read moredepression, I've been turned away by two 'doctors' now. I never asked for prescriptions all I asked for was a refferal for therapy but apparently this is too much to ask. None of these doctors will move a muscle for their patients, I was finally offered the most pathetic letter I've ever read which was supposed to be for a referral, I told the doctors I was self harming and having thoughts of killing myself but both of these doctors have turned a blind eye and not given a care and I was basically told to just go somewhere else with my problems. Don't waste your time with this practice, no one here will care about you or your health care needs.

I would like to give them no stars at all! Rude and unhelpful front desk staff. Not sure that the…read moredoctors are up to much either - apart from Dr Gates. No continuity of care. Don't deliver what they say they will. Generally very poor. Wouldn't use this practice if we didn't have to - actually we don't have to...

This is the worst place you can accidentally run into someone you haven't seen in a while…read more It's essentially a sexual and reproductive clinic who also do family planning. For the most part, it is full of young students who are worried about STI's. Appointments need to made well in advance or else there is a drop in from 8.30am. The wait can be unbearable, but once you get taken the staff are respectful and understanding and everything is confidential. A great service. Totally free as well.

As embarrassing as it is to admit, this is a place that I have frequented from time to time. You…read moreknow, to be on the safe side? Appointments can be made to allow you to go out with office hours which is useful for those nine-to-fivers. However, this is a popular option and may well mean waiting for up to an hour and a half after your allotted time. Thus, the other option of attending the drop-in clinic hours is possibly preferable for those of us who can get up at early bells and not need to be anywhere until lunchtime that day. While the drop-in times run from 8.30am-3pm (most days anyway). It is advisable to turn up as close to the 8.30am end as possible. It's also worth noting that a lot of the time you can also get away with turning up earlier than the above stated time. The service and advice offered is first rate. As well as getting a free sexual health check up, the clinic offers free treatment, counselling and a anonymously-notify-ex-partners service too. Meanwhile, you can also receive free methods of contraception (including the pill) as well as family planning information and treatments. It's also worth noting that you can decide whether or not they can share your test results with your doctor as well as where (and how) it is appropriate for them to contact you.

Since I moved, this has become my new doctors surgery. I was really reluctant to change (and not…read morethat happy about it) because I really liked my doctor but ah, I had no choice. You can call and make an appointment at any time (I've never had an issue with this) and appointments can only be made up to 2 weeks in advance. Looking at their website, you can now get a username and password from the reception desk to make appointments online (fancy!) and they offer a text appointment reminder service. I was most recently at this surgery on Thursday and I do really like it. As you walk in, you are directly in front of the reception and there is a also a self service check in machine. I checked in and sat in the waiting area. The waiting area is open plan and kind of like in an oval shape with a comfy bench running round. Unlike the old practice I used to attend, the doctors do not come out and call your name. There is a large screen and a loud beep each time a patient's name appears telling you which room to go to. If you have visual problems, the reception staff will let you know. The doctor I was going to see was running late (typical) but I was eventually summoned to room 9. I always get nervous meeting new doctors but he was really nice, friendly and understanding. I have met one of the other male doctors here on a previous visit and he too was great. They really take the time to listen to you and that's something they don't teach at medical school (I'm guessing, haha). I honestly can't rate them highly enough. So far, I'm seriously impressed.

The relief of finding a great GP nearby is real…read more The receptionists are friendly and helpful and don't make you explain your embarrassingly illnesses to them just to secure an appointment. I'm usually able to get an appointment in good time - either scheduling ahead or on the day. The surgery is clean and well organised with different waiting rooms and a digital self-check in. Every doctor I've seen here has been welcoming, has listened well and I've felt properly cared for. What impresses me even more is because my husband has longer term health issues, he has been assigned a regular GP and always sees her, she can even book his appointments directly herself! Online or at desk repeat prescription ordering is made all the more convenient by the attached pharmacy which should always have prescribed meds in stock and readily available. Not sure what better you could be looking for in your local GP tbh.

I went in recently with an Inquiry, the admin who greeted me said she was the team leader of the…read moreInquiry team, she talked me out of booking an appointment it honestly felt like she did not want me as a patient, and after being greeted by her i was glad that i did not book in with them. I hate talking about people like this but the smell that was coming from her and the attitude that i was greeted with first thing definitely made me never want to be a patient there. This is not the standard that you expect from a private hospital, needless to say i wont be back and I would not recommend it to anyone else. If you are looking for a private hospital please go to Ross Hall.

I leave Nuffield Glasgow today after hip replacement. From the initial consultation to the…read moreoperation everyone from the consultant to the cleaning staff have been absolutely brilliant. Expertise, respect, cleanliness, attention, professionalism and great friendly banter (Janice and Sandra you crack me up) and every other person who has looked after me- too many to mention There are not enough words to describe the whole experience. Have no worries About coming here as i would give it a 100 out of 10. - Linda Wilson