GP surgery in Sunderland
Forge Medical Practice
The Old Forge Surgery, Pallion Park, Sunderland, SR4 6QE
Scores 75 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 82% of patients say their experience is good and 77% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2022. 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 85
- Easy to get through on the phone78
- Easy to contact online87
- Good experience of getting in touch69
- Did not wait too long for the appointment88
Quality of care 58
- Patients rate the surgery as good62
- Patients got what they needed24
- Doctors and nurses listen48
- Patients trust the staff25
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done87
- Meets NHS clinical targets88
- Children vaccinated on time97
What patients say
121 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
77%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
82%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
0
change since last year
2025: 83% · 2026: 82%
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 | 77% | 57% | 58% |
| Easy to contact via website | 76% | 58% | 61% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 70% | 54% | 63% |
| Reception staff helpful | 96% | 85% | 92% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 21% | 31% | 41% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 46% | 42% | 36% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 88% | 84% | 88% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 90% |
| Good experience of contacting | 81% | 73% | 76% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 72% | 57% | 65% |
| Waiting time was about right | 86% | 69% | 70% |
| Remote appointment | 30% | 26% | 24% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 88% | 87% | 82% |
| Treated with care and concern | 87% | 86% | 81% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 82% | 75% | 72% |
| Had all the information needed | 92% | 92% | 92% |
| Confidence and trust | 90% | 93% | 94% |
| Involved in decisions | 90% | 92% | 96% |
| Needs were met | 87% | 90% | 90% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 82% | 77% | 83% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 71% | 79% | 69% |
| Supported by local services | 66% | 70% | 61% |
| Discussed managing condition | 49% | 43% | 58% |
| Agreed a care plan | 37% | 46% | 36% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 121 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 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 26 November 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- The Old Forge Surgery, Pallion Park, Sunderland, SR4 6QE
- Phone
- 0191 510 9393
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Sunderland West 1 PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- A89020 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
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 | 20.3% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 8.4% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 3.3% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 4.3% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 13.1% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 22.5% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 15.3% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 64% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 75% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 83% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 83% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 66% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 63% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 83% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forge Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 75 | 77% | 82% | Yes |
| Pallion Primary Care ServicesSunderland, SR4 7XF | 0.1 mile | – | – | – | No |
| Pallion Family PracticeSunderland, SR4 7XF | 0.1 mile | 55 | 66% | 79% | Yes |
| Hylton Medical GroupSunderland, SR4 7XF | 0.1 mile | 87 | 93% | 95% | Yes |
| Wearside Medical PracticeSunderland, SR4 7XF | 0.4 miles | 56 | 83% | 83% | Yes |
| Chester SurgerySunderland, SR4 7TU | 0.7 miles | 88 | 82% | 90% | Yes |
| Millfield Medical GroupSunderland, SR4 7AF | 0.7 miles | 41 | 50% | 82% | Yes |
| Bridge View Medical GroupSunderland, SR5 2LT | 0.8 miles | 32 | 54% | 72% | Yes |
| Red House Medical CentreSunderland, SR5 5PS | 1.2 miles | 5 | 56% | 58% | Yes |
| Monkwearmouth Health CentreSunderland, SR6 0AB | 1.3 miles | 70 | 88% | 80% | Yes |
Hylton Medical Group is 0.1 mile away, scores 87 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Forge Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Forge Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 0191 510 9393.
How do patients rate Forge Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 82% of patients at Forge Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 77% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 75 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Forge Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Forge Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 12 December 2022).
What are the opening times of Forge Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6pm, Tuesday 8am to 6pm, Wednesday 8am to 6pm, Thursday 8am to 6pm, Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 26 November 2015. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Forge Medical Practice?
Call 0191 510 9393. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is The Old Forge Surgery, Pallion Park, Sunderland, SR4 6QE.
How many patients are registered at Forge Medical Practice?
Around 8,624 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Sunderland West 1 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.