GP surgery in Chichester
Riverbank Medical Centre
Dodsley Lane, Easebourne, Midhurst, GU29 9AW
Scores 94 out of 100, excellent for a GP surgery in England. 96% of patients say their experience is good and 71% 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 87
- Easy to get through on the phone68
- Easy to contact online51
- Good experience of getting in touch87
- Did not wait too long for the appointment96
Quality of care 97
- Patients rate the surgery as good98
- Patients got what they needed98
- Doctors and nurses listen97
- Patients trust the staff90
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done70
- Meets NHS clinical targets74
- Children vaccinated on time71
What patients say
119 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
71%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
96%
say their experience is good
well above the England average (77%)
+6
change since last year
2025: 90% · 2026: 96%
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 | 71% | 57% | 77% |
| Easy to contact via website | 59% | 58% | 52% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 59% | 54% | 52% |
| Reception staff helpful | 97% | 85% | 93% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 53% | 31% | 54% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 71% | 42% | 79% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 95% | 84% | 93% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 97% | 93% | 98% |
| Good experience of contacting | 88% | 73% | 86% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 67% | 57% | 54% |
| Waiting time was about right | 92% | 69% | 94% |
| Remote appointment | 28% | 26% | 42% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 98% | 87% | 98% |
| Treated with care and concern | 98% | 86% | 94% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 90% | 75% | 83% |
| Had all the information needed | 98% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 98% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 97% |
| Needs were met | 99% | 90% | 91% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 96% | 77% | 90% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 91% | 79% | 77% |
| Supported by local services | 83% | 70% | 73% |
| Discussed managing condition | 51% | 43% | 44% |
| Agreed a care plan | 38% | 46% | 46% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 119 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 8pm |
| Wednesday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Friday | 8am to 6:30pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Confirmed by the surgery on 2 October 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- Dodsley Lane, Easebourne, Midhurst, GU29 9AW
- Phone
- 01730 812121
- [email protected]
- Website
- www.riverbankmedical.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- Rural North Chichester PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- H82032 · NHS profile
Access and facilities
- Accessible toilets
- Baby-changing facilities
- Bariatric equipment: weight support
- Bus stop nearby
- Cycle parking
- Disability awareness and equality training for staff
- Disabled car parking
- Documents available in large print
- Free NHS WiFi
- Free on-site car parking
- Free public WiFi
- Hearing loop or induction loop: helps to improve sound for hearing aid users
- Lift
- Off-site car parking nearby
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 1 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 | 18.2% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 7.2% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 3.8% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 9.7% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 8.0% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 11.4% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 76% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 79% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 73% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 90% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 79% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 65% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 87% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 63% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverbank Medical Centrethis surgery | – | 94 | 71% | 96% | Yes |
| The Petworth SurgeryPetworth, GU28 0LP | 5.6 miles | 58 | 61% | 82% | Yes |
| Haslemere Health CentreHaslemere, GU27 2BQ | 6.9 miles | 73 | 64% | 93% | Yes |
| Grayshott SurgeryHindhead, GU26 6TY | 8.1 miles | 85 | 75% | 90% | Yes |
| The Grange SurgeryPetersfield, GU31 4JR | 8.9 miles | 67 | 79% | 80% | Yes |
| Swan Medical GroupPetersfield, GU32 3AB | 9.0 miles | 50 | 44% | 81% | Yes |
| Chiddingfold SurgeryGodalming, GU8 4QP | 9.3 miles | 99 | 98% | 97% | Yes |
| Badgerswood SurgeryBordon, GU35 8LH | 9.6 miles | 24 | 47% | 74% | Yes |
| Pinehill SurgeryBordon, GU35 0BS | 9.6 miles | 73 | 78% | 89% | Yes |
| Tangmere Medical CentreChichester, PO20 2HS | 9.9 miles | 80 | 81% | 83% | Yes |
Common questions
Is Riverbank Medical Centre taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), Riverbank Medical Centre was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 01730 812121.
How do patients rate Riverbank Medical Centre?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 96% of patients at Riverbank Medical Centre said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 71% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 94 out of 100, grade A, which puts it in the top 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for Riverbank Medical Centre?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated Riverbank Medical Centre as Good at its last published inspection (report published 1 August 2016).
What are the opening times of Riverbank Medical Centre?
Reception is open Monday 8am to 6:30pm, Tuesday 8am to 8pm, 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 2 October 2025. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact Riverbank Medical Centre?
Call 01730 812121 or visit its website, www.riverbankmedical.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is Dodsley Lane, Easebourne, Midhurst, GU29 9AW.
How many patients are registered at Riverbank Medical Centre?
Around 13,089 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of Rural North Chichester PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the Surrey and Sussex 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.