GP surgery in Camden
Museum Practice
58 Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3BA
Scores 89 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 89% of patients say their experience is good and 96% 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 96
- Easy to get through on the phone99
- Easy to contact online85
- Good experience of getting in touch93
- Did not wait too long for the appointment88
Quality of care 71
- Patients rate the surgery as good84
- Patients got what they needed47
- Doctors and nurses listen63
- Patients trust the staff35
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done92
- Meets NHS clinical targets45
- Children vaccinated on time36
What patients say
121 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
96%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
89%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
-10
change since last year
2025: 98% · 2026: 89%
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 | 96% | 57% | 94% |
| Easy to contact via website | 74% | 58% | 90% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 84% | 54% | 92% |
| Reception staff helpful | 95% | 85% | 96% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 61% | 31% | 49% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 77% | 42% | 86% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 91% | 84% | 99% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 95% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 91% | 73% | 99% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 91% | 57% | 91% |
| Waiting time was about right | 86% | 69% | 96% |
| Remote appointment | 20% | 26% | 23% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 90% | 87% | 92% |
| Treated with care and concern | 93% | 86% | 99% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 85% | 75% | 93% |
| Had all the information needed | 96% | 92% | 99% |
| Confidence and trust | 92% | 93% | 99% |
| Involved in decisions | 93% | 92% | 99% |
| Needs were met | 91% | 90% | 99% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 89% | 77% | 98% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 85% | 79% | 91% |
| Supported by local services | 81% | 70% | 91% |
| Discussed managing condition | 53% | 43% | 62% |
| Agreed a care plan | 69% | 46% | 67% |
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 | 8:45am to 7:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:45am to 6:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:45am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:45am to 7:30pm |
| Friday | 8:45am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 4 June 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- 58 Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3BA
- Phone
- 020 7405 2739
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- South Camden PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- F83061 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Baby changing facility
- Pram park
- Baby changing facility
- Car parking
- Cycle parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 28 July 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 | 11.5% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 4.0% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 3.7% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 2.0% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 14.2% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 7.9% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 12.7% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 49% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 75% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 82% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 86% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 91% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 70% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 98% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 85% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Practicethis surgery | – | 89 | 96% | 89% | Yes |
| Gower Street PracticeLondon, WC1E 6DP | 0.2 miles | 40 | 55% | 76% | Yes |
| Covent Garden Medical CentreLondon, WC2H 9AA | 0.2 miles | 24 | 74% | 74% | Yes |
| Ridgmount PracticeLondon, WC1E 7AA | 0.3 miles | 67 | 82% | 65% | Yes |
| Great Chapel Street Medical CentreLondon, W1D 3HZ | 0.4 miles | 100 | 91% | 93% | Yes |
| Soho Square General PracticeLondon, W1D 3HZ | 0.4 miles | 70 | 77% | 88% | Yes |
| Soho Centre for Health and CareLondon, W1D 3QS | 0.4 miles | 44 | 81% | 78% | Yes |
| Holborn Medical CentreLondon, WC1N 3NA | 0.4 miles | 82 | 79% | 88% | Yes |
| Brunswick Medical Centre UhpcLondon, WC1N 1AF | 0.4 miles | 19 | 41% | 73% | Yes |
| The Bloomsbury SurgeryLondon, WC1N 1PD | 0.5 miles | 38 | 66% | 67% | Yes |
Great Chapel Street Medical Centre is 0.4 miles away, scores 100 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is Museum Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Museum Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 7405 2739.
How do patients rate Museum Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 89% of patients at Museum Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 96% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 89 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Museum Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Museum Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 28 July 2016).
What are the opening times of Museum Practice?
Reception is open Monday 8:45am to 7:30pm, Tuesday 8:45am to 6:30pm, Wednesday 8:45am to 6:30pm, Thursday 8:45am to 7:30pm, Friday 8:45am to 6:30pm, Saturday closed, Sunday closed. The surgery last confirmed these times on 4 June 2024. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Museum Practice?
Call 020 7405 2739. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is 58 Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3BA.
How many patients are registered at Museum Practice?
Around 5,715 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of South Camden PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the West and North London 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.