GP surgery in Dorchester
Atrium Health Centre
7 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 1QR
Scores 38 out of 100, below average for a GP surgery in England. 73% of patients say their experience is good and 65% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. 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 53
- Easy to get through on the phone56
- Easy to contact online61
- Good experience of getting in touch64
- Did not wait too long for the appointment34
Quality of care 22
- Patients rate the surgery as good29
- Patients got what they needed34
- Doctors and nurses listen13
- Patients trust the staff17
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done23
- Meets NHS clinical targets98
- Children vaccinated on time24
What patients say
104 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
65%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
73%
say their experience is good
below the England average (77%)
+4
change since last year
2025: 69% · 2026: 73%
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 | 65% | 57% | 47% |
| Easy to contact via website | 63% | 58% | 52% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 56% | 54% | 40% |
| Reception staff helpful | 87% | 85% | 81% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 21% | 31% | 33% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 31% | 42% | 42% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 91% | 84% | 91% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 96% | 93% | 94% |
| Good experience of contacting | 80% | 73% | 72% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 47% | 57% | 37% |
| Waiting time was about right | 66% | 69% | 50% |
| Remote appointment | 32% | 26% | 35% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 80% | 87% | 85% |
| Treated with care and concern | 77% | 86% | 90% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 63% | 75% | 71% |
| Had all the information needed | 87% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 88% | 93% | 90% |
| Involved in decisions | 89% | 92% | 91% |
| Needs were met | 89% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 73% | 77% | 69% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 70% | 79% | 86% |
| Supported by local services | 75% | 70% | 62% |
| Discussed managing condition | 44% | 43% | 40% |
| Agreed a care plan | 6% | 46% | 46% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 104 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.
Tell us about this surgery
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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 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 29 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 7 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 1QR
- Phone
- 01305 251545
- [email protected]
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Mid Dorset PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- J81068 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- The Surgery
- The Trinity Street Practice, LD Farm Way, Crossways, Dorchester, DT2 8TU
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Pram park
- Baby changing facility
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 12 April 2017
This rating is 9 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 | 17.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 12.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 70% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 72% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 69% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 76% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 62% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 66% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 46% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atrium Health Centrethis surgery | – | 38 | 65% | 73% | Yes |
| Queens Avenue SurgeryDorchester, DT1 2EW | 0.3 miles | 83 | 86% | 87% | Yes |
| Fordington SurgeryDorchester, DT1 1LD | 0.5 miles | 88 | 99% | 94% | Yes |
| Poundbury Doctors SurgeryDorchester, DT1 2FD | 0.9 miles | 89 | 89% | 93% | Yes |
| Prince of Wales SurgeryDorchester, DT1 2FD | 0.9 miles | 81 | 79% | 96% | Yes |
| Puddletown SurgeryDorchester, DT2 8FY | 4.9 miles | 98 | 99% | 97% | Yes |
| Weymouth Bay Medical PracticeWeymouth, DT4 7BY | 6.5 miles | 87 | 71% | 89% | Yes |
| The Bridges Medical CentreWeymouth, DT4 7DW | 6.7 miles | 85 | 85% | 94% | Yes |
| Cerne Abbas SurgeryDorchester, DT2 7JG | 7.0 miles | 91 | 96% | 91% | Yes |
| Cross Road SurgeryWeymouth, DT4 9QX | 7.6 miles | 34 | 65% | 73% | Yes |
Queens Avenue Surgery is 0.3 miles away, scores 83 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Atrium Health Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Atrium Health Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01305 251545.
How do patients rate Atrium Health Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 73% of patients at Atrium Health Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 65% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 38 out of 100, grade D, which puts it in the second-worst 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Atrium Health Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Atrium Health Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 12 April 2017).
What are the opening times of Atrium Health Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 29 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Atrium Health Centre?
Call 01305 251545. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 7 Weymouth Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 1QR.
Does Atrium Health Centre have a branch surgery?
Yes. Atrium Health Centre also runs The Surgery (The Trinity Street Practice, LD Farm Way, Crossways, Dorchester, DT2 8TU). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Atrium Health Centre?
Around 6,811 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Mid Dorset PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Dorset 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.