My GP practice is somewhere else, but I come here for blood tests, and was extremely delighted to…read morefind a well-organised place that did not keep me waiting long. I was in and out within a few minutes! Now I am thinking of registering here to see a doctor, but probably not, as the parking is very minimal and always presents a headache as there is usually nowhere to park.

It can be pretty stressful moving to a new area and trying to work out which of the many GPs are…read moreworth signing up to! I personally had a good look through the NHS choices website, but as most people only bother to review places when they are angry... so it can be scary reading!! It makes it sound like all the doctors in this area are useless with reception staff that have been replaced by trolls - eep! This review is in case other yelpers move to Walthamstow and have a similar difficulty choosing a GP! Addison Road Medical Practice is just around the corner from Walthamstow Village...it is quite a residential area, and there aren't many sign posts nearby, so take a map the first time you attempt to get there! I called ahead to find out the best time to come in and register. I had to fill in quite a few forms...and then needed to set an appointment with a nurse to finish the registration. The Brilliant bits: * I have never been kept waiting for a long time here. There is a sign in screen at the side of the reception. This morning I signed in, and was called to the doctor within 2 minutes...then I was out with a prescription within 10 minutes. * They always keep some appointments free each morning. If you call at 8:30, you can get one pretty easily. The downside of this is that you might need to wait for a non-urgent appointment. * The building seems new-ish and clean * The reception staff are friendly, although have little time to help as they are so busy. * It's NHS, so fixes you up for free (^^) The less-brilliant bits: * You aaaaalways need to hold as the phone line is always busy. * The place seems pretty big, and can be daunting the first time you go here. No-one bothers to instruct you how to get to rooms...so I just wandered around looking at signs until I spot the right consultation room. * There is a board that tells people the doctor is ready to see them...but no announcement. The first time I went there I was not told to sign in/watch the board, so I nearly missed my appointment. * I found my doctor quite unapproachable...He did give me antibiotics for my chesty cough, but his brisk manner made me unwilling to ask him other questions. *sigh*

After seeing the NHS several times, I still did not get a diagnosis why I am unwell: constant…read morebloody nose, dizziness, sleepiness and itchy feet and palms. I have been recommended to Harley Street Health Centre by one of my colleagues. So I booked an appointment with Dr Abood. The consult lasted an hour, and included a chat about my symptoms, when they occur, ear & nose check, blood pressure and also had blood taken. Personally, even though I am in my mid 30's,I am really scarred of the needle, but the nurse was amazing. She distracted me by keeping my mind busy chatting, while she was drawing blood. Offered me water & advised to wait for couple of minutes before I leave. The whole experience was 5*. No rushing or looking at you like you are crazy because your palms & sole is itching at night, weirdly enough. So the next day I got my results. It was not as bad as I thought. Iron & Vitamin D deficiency. Something that can be fixed easily. So glad I went to the clinic, as my nose bleeds and itchyness have been haunting me for years. I am now taking my supplements & feeling much better. Will have another blood test done probably in 3-4 months.

Not often you find the perfect doctor who understands you and treat you like a friend rather than a…read moretest subject. I was lucky to find this lovely clinic in Harley Street which did exactly that and I've been visiting this place for the last 3 years. Would suggest it to anyone in and around the square mile.

So first time using this service today. On the whole i was impressed. I've been having problems…read morewith my sleep recently and haven't slept a full night for over a month. Tried everything I could think of then decided I would speak to a doctor. Work don't provide a GP service for us and I searched for doctors and these guys came up first. The price - 44£ and this included the prescription the doctor wrote me The convenience - I booked from my desk this morning then saw the doctor during my lunch time. I was seen on time. The doctor - Dr Elizabeth Sinclair was lovely. I think they have loads of different ones here so difficult to say who you're going to get but if they're like her they'll be perfect for anything. I got a prescription after a quick chat with the doctor and was able to collect it from the pharmacy downstairs. Useful info : they're on the 37th floor so worth arriving a bit earlier than you'd think so you have time for the lifts etc! Also, check out my pic of the view from the waiting area. It's insane!

From the owner: DocTap is a private GP service offering same-day, face-to-face and video appointments with…read moreexperienced UK doctors. Our Canary Wharf clinic has an on-site lab, so blood tests are taken and processed here, with many results back within minutes. Whether you’re unwell, need blood tests, a health screen or medical forms, we focus on fast access, rapid results and clear, expert medical advice.

Wonderful GP at a great doctors surgery. Can normally get an appointment for the same day if you…read morering up in the morning. Onsite nurses that carry out blood tests, blood pressure monitoring etc.

I find it good that man get in touch over QYPE or Facebook I hope that in the future all GP's and…read moreDentist will do this well dan Fairfield Centre

Used to be excellent from 2000 to 2011..since then downhill.. Covid has exacerbated the downfall…read moreand over capacity of residents in new build in area..really disappointed with response times and no face to face appts anymore..months to get blood tests..constant prompting to receive email response..can't get through on phone..surgery changed hands and management and since then not good..not staff fault..needs more funding..more staff..larger capacity of staff and rooms to cope with huge influx of new residents. A new surgery needs to be provided on peninsula and surgery should advise patients what local peninsula pharmacies can offer under nhs..blood tests??

I have to agree with all of the above comments but sadly as of the past few month the service…read morequality has dropped significantly since a change of management. I have had to resort to going to the A&E for trivial matter because of over a week's waiting period to see a doctor. Getting access to see the doctor is becoming an issue! The nurse there is very helpful though. And a few of the receptionists could be a little more courteous.

Quite simply, the best GP I have ever had. He is absolutely brilliant. Sensitive, kind and humorous…read moreand he spends as much time with you as he needs to - no rushing you out the door because of over-running. He gets all the information he needs and won't hesitate to refer you straight away if you need it. His team is ably led by the Practice Manager, Alison, who is equally friendly, helpful and sensitive. All in all, you cannot fault Dr Stacey's practice. Long may he stay with us in Hempstead!

The best GP around by far I would say. He is so polite and…read moreexcels himself in everything he does if you have a problem and he can't think what it is you can be sure he will find out before your session is done. He takes the time to see how you feel and what you would like done with your situation. He Listens He Understands He is truly a breath of fresh air from some of the locum's i've had in the past and especially a doctor that was in the surgery before him some years ago. Reception is always nice and friendly and willing to help too

This is the doctor we use for our children and I have high praise for her. A wonderfully friendly…read moredown to earth approach - full of useful advice and reassurance. The surgery is centrally located on Bancroft right next door to a chemist which is handy for picking up prescriptions after you've paid a visit. The surgery itself is clean and efficient, with kiddy playthings to amuse them while you wait and their administration is good - sending reminder for vaccinations etc as and when they are due. My only gripe is the telephone booking system - if you need an appointment that day then you need to be on the phone at 8am sharp (not a second before or you'll get the answerphone) to stand a decent chance of getting an appointment.

DR Buscombe is indeed the best doctor at the practise. always helpful and polite. However, haven't…read moreseen her there recently. Practice itself used to operate more efficiently before Covid.

Dr. Buscombe is great. She really listens to you when you visit. Shame she only works part time so…read moreat times I am unable to see her. I now wait, if I can, to see her. I find male doctors in that surgery leave lot to be desired.