GP surgery in Mansfield
Forest Medical
Rosemary Street Health Centre, Rosemary Street, Mansfield, NG19 6AB
Scores 12 out of 100, poor for a GP surgery in England. 63% of patients say their experience is good and 36% 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 7
- Easy to get through on the phone10
- Easy to contact online5
- Good experience of getting in touch9
- Did not wait too long for the appointment21
Quality of care 22
- Patients rate the surgery as good9
- Patients got what they needed47
- Doctors and nurses listen22
- Patients trust the staff43
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done58
- Meets NHS clinical targets34
- Children vaccinated on time31
What patients say
112 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
36%
find the phone easy
well below the England average (57%)
63%
say their experience is good
well below the England average (77%)
-14
change since last year
2025: 77% · 2026: 63%
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 | 36% | 57% | 47% |
| Easy to contact via website | 30% | 58% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 52% | 54% | 46% |
| Reception staff helpful | 77% | 85% | 84% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 31% | 31% | 23% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 27% | 42% | 32% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 79% | 84% | 81% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 99% |
| Good experience of contacting | 56% | 73% | 68% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 49% | 57% | 46% |
| Waiting time was about right | 60% | 69% | 78% |
| Remote appointment | 10% | 26% | 19% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 83% | 87% | 86% |
| Treated with care and concern | 82% | 86% | 80% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 67% | 75% | 69% |
| Had all the information needed | 89% | 92% | 89% |
| Confidence and trust | 93% | 93% | 90% |
| Involved in decisions | 91% | 92% | 85% |
| Needs were met | 91% | 90% | 86% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 63% | 77% | 77% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 75% | 79% | 73% |
| Supported by local services | 74% | 70% | 61% |
| Discussed managing condition | 50% | 43% | 48% |
| Agreed a care plan | 35% | 46% | 43% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 112 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 | 7am to 7pm |
| Tuesday | 7am to 7pm |
| Wednesday | 7am to 7pm |
| Thursday | 7am to 7pm |
| Friday | 7am to 7pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 17 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Rosemary Street Health Centre, Rosemary Street, Mansfield, NG19 6AB
- Phone
- 01623 623600
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.forestmedicalgroup.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Rosewood PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- C84036 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- Oak Tree Lane Surgery
- Jubilee Way South, Mansfield, NG18 3SF
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Children’s play area
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 15 August 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 | 14.8% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.9% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 12.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 15.4% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 18.5% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 64% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 71% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 72% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 76% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 55% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 78% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 78% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Medicalthis surgery | – | 12 | 36% | 63% | Yes |
| Acorn Medical PracticeMansfield, NG18 1QA | 0.2 miles | 84 | 81% | 93% | Yes |
| Churchside Medical PracticeMansfield, NG18 1QB | 0.2 miles | 11 | 24% | 63% | Yes |
| Roundwood SurgeryMansfield, NG18 1QQ | 0.3 miles | 51 | 54% | 83% | Yes |
| Millview SurgeryMansfield, NG18 5PF | 0.4 miles | 11 | 36% | 61% | Yes |
| Orchard Medical PracticeMansfield, NG18 5GG | 0.5 miles | 17 | 30% | 72% | Yes |
| Sandy Lane SurgeryMansfield, NG18 2LT | 1.0 miles | 18 | 39% | 77% | Yes |
| Oakwood SurgeryMansfield, NG19 8BL | 1.1 miles | 26 | 32% | 74% | Yes |
| Pleasley SurgeryMansfield, NG19 7PE | 2.6 miles | 81 | 90% | 87% | Yes |
| Sherwood Medical PartnershipMansfield, NG19 0FW | 2.9 miles | 16 | 52% | 64% | Yes |
Acorn Medical Practice is 0.2 miles away, scores 84 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Forest Medical taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Forest Medical was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01623 623600.
How do patients rate Forest Medical?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 63% of patients at Forest Medical said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 36% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 12 out of 100, grade E, which puts it in the bottom 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Forest Medical?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Forest Medical as Good at its last published inspection (report published 15 August 2016).
What are the opening times of Forest Medical?
Reception is open Monday 7am to 7pm, Tuesday 7am to 7pm, Wednesday 7am to 7pm, Thursday 7am to 7pm, Friday 7am to 7pm, Saturday 9am to 1pm, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 17 October 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Forest Medical?
Call 01623 623600 or visit its website, www.forestmedicalgroup.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Rosemary Street Health Centre, Rosemary Street, Mansfield, NG19 6AB.
Does Forest Medical have a branch surgery?
Yes. Forest Medical also runs Oak Tree Lane Surgery (Jubilee Way South, Mansfield, NG18 3SF). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at Forest Medical?
Around 18,668 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Rosewood PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Nottingham and Nottinghamshire 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.