Complaints Policy

If you have any problems with the surgery please ask to see or write to the practice manager. She will respond to any complaint within two working days.

We welcome any suggestions from patients and there is a suggestions box in the waiting room for your comments. The practice Complaints Policy is available from reception.

 The Health Service Ombudsman

The Health Service Ombudsman has published a booklet that describes the ‘six principles for remedy’ in relation to complaints handling and involves:

  1. Getting it right
  2. Being customer focused
  3. Being open and accountable
  4. Acting fairly and proportionately
  5. Putting things right
  6. Seeking continuous improvements

If you remain unhappy after everything has been done to try to resolve your concern or complaint you have the right to approach the Ombudsman.

Tel: 0345 015 4033
Email: phso.enquiries@ombudsman.org.uk
Write: Millbank Tower, Millbank, London SW1P 4QP.