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The James Cochrane Practice

Helme Chase Surgery, Burton Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7HR Also known as: Helme Chase Surgery, Maude Street Surgery 3,605 reviews

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8th October 2022


Quite happy with the service no complaints [name removed] was excellent

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Nothing

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I don't know as I have not needed an appointment recently.

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8th October 2022


Very good care , getting an appointment within a day or two is impossible, particularly since covid , is long wait to see dr face to face

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Would be good if more availability for face to face appointment

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8th October 2022


Staff always helpful. I was attending for a CDM1 appt which was well organised and the extra tests the GP had arranged, when I spoke to him over the phone 4 days previously, were offered without prompting. Appt was on time and no time was wasted during it although I was able to ask questions and it didn't feel rushed. Appropriate questions were asked about my BP readings at home because it was a bit high. I was given a CDM2 appt when I made the CDM1 which means I didn't have to worry about arranging that with waiting on the phone a second time

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My husband had attended for a well person 3 days earlier, he was weighed as I was. With clothes on we both weighed less than we do at home. It will be lovely if it is true but might mean that your scales need recalibration. I know that you can't do much about the phone call waiting time to get through. I like that you have added the number of calls ahead of you in the queue. This has been done at my uncle's surgery in Sheffield and it does save wasted time.

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8th October 2022


Reception is a barrier to get through to a doctor, I appreciate they are following orders, but when you are worried being told that no one is available and to find 111 doesn’t help, although I must admit the people at 111 are very helpful.

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Make it easier to see a Doctor or nurse

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The James Cochrane Practice was awarded the iWantGreatCare certificate of excellence in 2024 for delivering outstanding care.

Profile

We take pride in offering the highest standard of patient centred healthcare for the community of Kendal and the surrounding areas. Operating across 2 sites, we are the largest General Practice in the South Lakes area and offer a range of services at both. We offer some evening and weekend appointments.

We understand the importance of listening to our patients, and reflecting on feedback so that we can make improvements if necessary. Its also great to hear when we're making a positive difference!

Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences with us, we really appreciate it.

Resources

Short link to review The James Cochrane Practice: http://iwgc.net/ecatk