Caversham Group Practice

Excellent general practice

29 Oct 07, 14:33 Beyond expectations

I count myself really lucky to be registered at the Caversham. Excellent doctors, friendly helpful reception staff and very efficiently run. Luckily I'm quite healthy, so don't attend very often, but every time I need to I'm pleasantly surprised.

Superb Group Practice

23 Jul 07, 12:31 Above expectations

I've been going to the Caversham Group Practice for almost three years now and I have yet to have any problems or instances where they've done me wrong. My GP from there has always tried to make sure I knew that was going on, what status some of my out-going transfers were at, and attempted (at times) to speed up blood test results if he thought it would calm my never-ending nerves.

They have a multiple services you can make good use out of. Everything from child care (in regards to taking your children there) to even psychology (there's a building right next to them they may recommend you go to if necessary). But overall, it's a laid back place. I've been in there a number of times where I've been looking for a specific person or doctor who worked there and was given prompt service (even if I were above in the que out of line, when it was near-emergency related).

They have a nice computerized check-in service so you don't have to worry about signing in and making sure the receptionist took note of it. It's almost certain you'd find a GP here that's suitable to your needs (male/female, background studies, specialities, etc).

I'll agree with Dan in saying if you're moving, or have moved recently to the Kentish Town area - I would give them a call. When I first registered, it was a breeze. Fill out forms, and finished. I had to change my GP, but that only took a quick "But..." and that was finished as well. Waiting times aren't that long, unless you pop in for the morning surgery.

Lastly, a bit of a hint/suggestion, if you're in need of a Doctor appointment (and not one with the nurse[s]), I would recommend calling after 8am. This is when they get most of their cancellations. Just be careful because you won't always get your GP if you're in that much of a rush to get in the same day.

A Big Group Practice

20 May 07, 20:54 Above expectations

When I first moved to London I had heard horror stories about registering with a GP and even more bad tales of the waiting times. I was encouraged to find that the Caversham Group Practice was at the bottom of my road and happy to hear they were taking on new patients.

In the two instances that I have been there the waiting has been minimal and the doctors friendly and not at all in a rush to get you in and out the door. I couldn't give an exact number but I would say there is over 20 doctors and the options to use a number of other services.

If you are moving to Kentish Town I'd highly recommend giving this place a call.