GP surgery in North Devon
Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites
Witheridge Medical Centre, Cannington Road, Witheridge, Tiverton, EX16 8EZ
Scores 92 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 93% of patients say their experience is good and 91% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2020. 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 91
- Easy to get through on the phone96
- Easy to contact online90
- Good experience of getting in touch72
- Did not wait too long for the appointment87
Quality of care 88
- Patients rate the surgery as good93
- Patients got what they needed76
- Doctors and nurses listen87
- Patients trust the staff58
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done66
- Meets NHS clinical targets75
- Children vaccinated on time68
What patients say
98 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
91%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
93%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+9
change since last year
2025: 84% · 2026: 93%
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 | 91% | 57% | 83% |
| Easy to contact via website | 78% | 58% | 60% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 80% | 54% | 74% |
| Reception staff helpful | 95% | 85% | 91% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 44% | 31% | 46% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 77% | 42% | 74% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 85% | 84% | 92% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 83% | 73% | 88% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 73% | 57% | 71% |
| Waiting time was about right | 86% | 69% | 73% |
| Remote appointment | 6% | 26% | 10% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 95% | 87% | 92% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 90% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 86% | 75% | 78% |
| Had all the information needed | 94% | 92% | 98% |
| Confidence and trust | 94% | 93% | 93% |
| Involved in decisions | 94% | 92% | 92% |
| Needs were met | 95% | 90% | 93% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 93% | 77% | 84% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 97% | 79% | 91% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 83% |
| Discussed managing condition | 49% | 43% | 41% |
| Agreed a care plan | 50% | 46% | 41% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 98 replies, a gap of a few points may just be chance.
What patients tell us
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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 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 25 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Witheridge Medical Centre, Cannington Road, Witheridge, Tiverton, EX16 8EZ
- Phone
- 01884 860205
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.middevonmedicalpractice.co.uk/#gsc.tab=0
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Tiverton PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- L83023 · NHS profile
Branch surgeries
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- The Surgery Cheriton Fitzpaine
- Barton Close, Cheriton Fitzpaine, EX17 4JB
- The Surgery Morchard Bishop
- Chulmleigh Road, Morchard Bishop, EX17 6NZ
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Free on-site car parking
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Step-free access at entrances and exits
- Step-free access throughout
- Toilets
- Translation services
- Wheelchair access at entrances and exits
- Wheelchair access throughout
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 1 April 2020
This rating is 6 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 | 17.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.5% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 8.3% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 15.3% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 9.2% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 9.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 78% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 78% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 71% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 88% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 78% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 63% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 80% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 71% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sitesthis surgery | – | 92 | 91% | 93% | Yes |
| Wallingbrook Health CentreChulmleigh, EX18 7DL | 7.4 miles | 97 | 85% | 93% | Yes |
| Bow Medical PracticeCrediton, EX17 6FB | 9.0 miles | 91 | 83% | 87% | Yes |
| South Molton Medical CentreSouth Molton, EX36 3BZ | 9.0 miles | 51 | 54% | 81% | Yes |
| Castle Place PracticeTiverton, EX16 6NP | 9.3 miles | 41 | 52% | 76% | Yes |
| Redlands Primary CareCrediton, EX17 3FD | 9.5 miles | 22 | 53% | 69% | Yes |
| Amicus HealthTiverton, EX16 6NJ | 9.5 miles | 88 | 64% | 94% | Yes |
| Exmoor Medical CentreDulverton, TA22 9EN | 11.0 miles | 97 | 93% | 92% | Yes |
| Wyndham House SurgeryExeter, EX5 4HZ | 11.8 miles | 100 | 99% | 96% | Yes |
| Cheriton Bishop SurgeryExeter, EX6 6JA | 13.2 miles | 99 | 100% | 99% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01884 860205.
How do patients rate Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 93% of patients at Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 91% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 92 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites as Good at its last published inspection (report published 1 April 2020).
What are the opening times of Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 1pm 2pm to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 25 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites?
Call 01884 860205 or visit its website, www.middevonmedicalpractice.co.uk/#gsc.tab=0. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Witheridge Medical Centre, Cannington Road, Witheridge, Tiverton, EX16 8EZ.
Does Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites have a branch surgery?
Yes. Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites also runs The Surgery Cheriton Fitzpaine (Barton Close, Cheriton Fitzpaine, EX17 4JB) and The Surgery Morchard Bishop (Chulmleigh Road, Morchard Bishop, EX17 6NZ). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Amicus Health - Mid Devon Sites?
Around 5,638 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Tiverton PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Devon 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.