GP surgery in Stockton-on-Tees
Alma Medical Centre
Nolan Place, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 2BP
Scores 27 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 76% of patients say their experience is good and 27% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2016. It is taking on new patients.
How the score breaks down
Each line is a score out of 100. The England average is 50 and higher is better. How it works
Getting an appointment 19
- Easy to get through on the phone3
- Easy to contact online16
- Good experience of getting in touch11
- Did not wait too long for the appointment63
Quality of care 43
- Patients rate the surgery as good39
- Patients got what they needed54
- Doctors and nurses listen29
- Patients trust the staff41
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done56
- Meets NHS clinical targets62
- Children vaccinated on time50
What patients say
115 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
27%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
76%
say their experience is good
about the England average (77%)
+8
change since last year
2025: 68% · 2026: 76%
Getting in touch
The appointment
All survey questions, compared with England
| What patients said | This surgery | England | Last year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Getting in touch | |||
| Easy to get through by phone | 27% | 57% | 16% |
| Easy to contact via website | 41% | 58% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 39% | 54% | 62% |
| Reception staff helpful | 81% | 85% | 79% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 38% | 31% | 32% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 41% | 42% | 16% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 75% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 99% | 93% | 87% |
| Good experience of contacting | 58% | 73% | 55% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 54% | 57% | 46% |
| Waiting time was about right | 76% | 69% | 66% |
| Remote appointment | 21% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 84% | 87% | 83% |
| Treated with care and concern | 81% | 86% | 82% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 66% | 75% | 73% |
| Had all the information needed | 88% | 92% | 91% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 86% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 89% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 86% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 76% | 77% | 68% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 81% | 79% | 78% |
| Supported by local services | 72% | 70% | 52% |
| Discussed managing condition | 47% | 43% | 35% |
| Agreed a care plan | 60% | 46% | 41% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 115 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
From people who use this surgery. Official data cannot tell you these things.
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1 of 10Last time you needed a routine appointment, how long did you wait?
2 of 10When you last phoned, how long did it take to get through?
3 of 10How did you book your last appointment?
4 of 10Can you usually see the same GP?
5 of 10Was your last appointment on time?
6 of 10Are the reception staff helpful?
7 of 10Did the doctor or nurse listen to you?
8 of 10How easy is it to get a repeat prescription?
9 of 10Is parking easy?
10 of 10Would you recommend this surgery?
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Opening times and contact
| Monday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 20 May 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Nolan Place, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 2BP
- Phone
- 01642 607248
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- North Stockton PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A81067 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- University of Durham
- Queens Campus Stockton, University Boulevard, Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 6BH
Access and facilities
- Disabled toilet
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 19 September 2016
This rating is 10 years old. The CQC has not published a newer inspection.
The five questions inspectors ask
| Is it safe? | Good |
| Is it effective? | Good |
| Is it caring? | Good |
| Is it responsive? | Good |
| Is it well-led? | Good |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 14.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 4.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 18.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 14.3% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 18.9% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 74% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 72% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 75% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 84% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 57% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 64% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alma Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 27 | 27% | 76% | Yes |
| Riverside Medical PracticeStockton-on-Tees, TS18 2AP | 0.1 mile | 70 | 91% | 84% | Yes |
| Queens Park Medical CentreStockton on Tees, TS18 2AW | 0.2 miles | 47 | 48% | 86% | Yes |
| Tennant Street Medical PracticeStockton-on-Tees, TS18 2AT | 0.2 miles | 72 | 50% | 89% | Yes |
| The Dovecot SurgeryStockton-on-Tees, TS18 1HU | 0.5 miles | 14 | 52% | 70% | Yes |
| The Densham SurgeryStockton-on-Tees, TS18 1HU | 0.5 miles | 53 | 59% | 85% | Yes |
| Woodlands Family Medical CentreStockton-on-Tees, TS18 1YE | 0.6 miles | 54 | 52% | 75% | Yes |
| Elm Tree SurgeryStockton-on-Tees, TS17 6PG | 1.2 miles | 94 | 95% | 91% | Yes |
| Norton Medical CentreStockton-on-Tees, TS20 2UZ | 1.4 miles | 14 | 32% | 68% | Yes |
| Thornaby & Barwick Medical GroupStockton-on-Tees, TS17 0EE | 2.4 miles | 50 | 56% | 79% | Yes |
Riverside Medical Practice is 0.1 mile away, scores 70 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Alma Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Alma Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01642 607248.
How do patients rate Alma Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 76% of patients at Alma Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 27% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 27 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Alma Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Alma Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 19 September 2016).
What are the opening times of Alma Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 20 May 2026. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Alma Medical Centre?
Call 01642 607248. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Nolan Place, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 2BP.
Does Alma Medical Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Alma Medical Centre also runs University of Durham (Queens Campus Stockton, University Boulevard, Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees, TS17 6BH). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Alma Medical Centre?
Around 11,009 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of North Stockton PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the North East and North Cumbria NHS area.
Where this comes from: the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, Care Quality Commission ratings, NHS records of patients, conditions, checks and vaccinations (published through OHID Fingertips), and this surgery's page on the NHS website (checked 20 September 2026). Read how the score is worked out. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.