GP surgery in Dudley
Links Medical Practice
Netherton Health Centre, Halesowen Road, Netherton, Dudley, DY2 9PU
Scores 76 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 86% of patients say their experience is good and 76% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2019. 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 80
- Easy to get through on the phone75
- Easy to contact online74
- Good experience of getting in touch59
- Did not wait too long for the appointment91
Quality of care 66
- Patients rate the surgery as good76
- Patients got what they needed54
- Doctors and nurses listen58
- Patients trust the staff60
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done62
- Meets NHS clinical targets5
- Children vaccinated on time67
What patients say
108 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
76%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
86%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+12
change since last year
2025: 74% · 2026: 86%
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 | 76% | 57% | 57% |
| Easy to contact via website | 68% | 58% | 42% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 73% | 54% | 48% |
| Reception staff helpful | 94% | 85% | 83% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 31% | 31% | 34% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 47% | 42% | 50% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 87% | 84% | 78% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 100% | 93% | 92% |
| Good experience of contacting | 78% | 73% | 60% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 73% | 57% | 48% |
| Waiting time was about right | 88% | 69% | 60% |
| Remote appointment | 21% | 26% | 32% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 89% | 87% | 82% |
| Treated with care and concern | 88% | 86% | 78% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 84% | 75% | 72% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 82% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 83% |
| Involved in decisions | 92% | 92% | 84% |
| Needs were met | 92% | 90% | 81% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 86% | 77% | 74% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 73% | 79% | 70% |
| Supported by local services | 63% | 70% | 78% |
| Discussed managing condition | 56% | 43% | 63% |
| Agreed a care plan | 78% | 46% | 52% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 108 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 7pm |
| Tuesday | 8am to 7pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 7pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 7pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 4 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Netherton Health Centre, Halesowen Road, Netherton, Dudley, DY2 9PU
- Phone
- 01384 239657
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.linksmedical.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Dudley and Netherton PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- M87617 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Step-free access
- Wheelchair access
- Baby changing facility
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 12 August 2019
This rating is 7 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? | Outstanding |
About the patients
NHS records for the people registered here
Common health conditions
| Condition | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | 13.9% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 9.8% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 7.2% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 22.4% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 24.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 18.6% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 64% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 72% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 71% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 91% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 81% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 56% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 89% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 70% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Links Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 76 | 76% | 86% | Yes |
| Anchor Medical PracticeDudley, DY2 9PU | under 0.1 miles | 91 | 91% | 89% | Yes |
| Dudley Wood SurgeryDudley, DY2 0EF | 0.9 miles | 12 | 57% | 62% | Yes |
| Church View SurgeryCradley Heath, B64 6JE | 1.0 miles | 41 | 62% | 85% | Yes |
| Old Hill Medical CentreCradley Heath, B64 6JN | 1.1 miles | 26 | 66% | 71% | Yes |
| Bean Medical PracticeDudley, DY2 8TH | 1.2 miles | 23 | 56% | 70% | Yes |
| Central ClinicDudley, DY2 7BX | 1.4 miles | 14 | 57% | 65% | Yes |
| Quarry Bank Medical CentreBrierley Hill, DY5 2AE | 1.5 miles | 66 | 70% | 78% | Yes |
| Haden Vale SurgeryCradley Heath, B64 7HG | 1.5 miles | 30 | 64% | 79% | No |
| Steppingstones Medical PracticeDudley, DY1 1RT | 1.6 miles | 28 | 56% | 73% | Yes |
Anchor Medical Practice is under 0.1 miles away, scores 91 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Links Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Links Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01384 239657.
How do patients rate Links Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 86% of patients at Links Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 76% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 76 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Links Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Links Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 12 August 2019).
What are the opening times of Links Medical Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 7pm, Tuesday 8am to 7pm, Wednesday 8am to 7pm, Thursday 8am to 6:30pm, Friday 8am to 7pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 4 November 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Links Medical Practice?
Call 01384 239657 or visit its website, www.linksmedical.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Netherton Health Centre, Halesowen Road, Netherton, Dudley, DY2 9PU.
How many patients are registered at Links Medical Practice?
Around 6,308 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Dudley and Netherton PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Black Country 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.