GP surgery in Twickenham
York Medical Practice
St Johns Health Centre, Oak Lane, Twickenham, TW1 3PA
Scores 62 out of 100, good for a GP surgery in England. 81% of patients say their experience is good and 89% find it easy to get through on the phone (England: 77% and 57%). Inspectors rated it Good in 2017. 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 66
- Easy to get through on the phone93
- Easy to contact online87
- Good experience of getting in touch76
- Did not wait too long for the appointment14
Quality of care 54
- Patients rate the surgery as good58
- Patients got what they needed32
- Doctors and nurses listen85
- Patients trust the staff61
- Inspection rating (Good)50
- Health checks and screening done29
- Meets NHS clinical targets69
- Children vaccinated on time33
What patients say
102 patients answered the 2026 NHS survey about this surgery.
89%
find the phone easy
well above the England average (57%)
81%
say their experience is good
above the England average (77%)
-8
change since last year
2025: 90% · 2026: 81%
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 | 89% | 57% | 86% |
| Easy to contact via website | 75% | 58% | 69% |
| Easy to contact via NHS App | 73% | 54% | 71% |
| Reception staff helpful | 94% | 85% | 93% |
| Seeing the same person | |||
| Has a preferred clinician | 29% | 31% | 33% |
| Sees preferred clinician | 43% | 42% | 52% |
| What happened when they got in touch | |||
| Knew what would happen next | 80% | 84% | 92% |
| Next steps within 2 days | 93% | 93% | 96% |
| Good experience of contacting | 84% | 73% | 81% |
| The appointment | |||
| Offered a choice of time or day | 84% | 57% | 75% |
| Waiting time was about right | 56% | 69% | 72% |
| Remote appointment | 28% | 26% | 27% |
| The doctor or nurse | |||
| Good at listening | 94% | 87% | 94% |
| Treated with care and concern | 92% | 86% | 98% |
| Considered mental wellbeing | 85% | 75% | 81% |
| Had all the information needed | 99% | 92% | 96% |
| Confidence and trust | 95% | 93% | 96% |
| Involved in decisions | 97% | 92% | 94% |
| Needs were met | 88% | 90% | 97% |
| Overall | |||
| Overall experience good | 81% | 77% | 90% |
| Living with a long-term condition | |||
| Confident managing conditions | 79% | 79% | 83% |
| Supported by local services | 67% | 70% | 76% |
| Discussed managing condition | 43% | 43% | 44% |
| Agreed a care plan | 36% | 46% | 40% |
Green means at least 2 points better than England, red at least 2 points worse. With about 102 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 20 April 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
- Address
- St Johns Health Centre, Oak Lane, Twickenham, TW1 3PA
- Phone
- 020 8744 0220
- Website
- www.yorkpractice.co.uk
- Online
- Book, order repeat prescriptions and see records in the NHS App
- Works with
- East Twickenham PCN (a group of local surgeries that share services)
- NHS code
- H84012 · NHS profile
Branch surgery
Run by this practice from another building. Patients register with the practice, not the branch.
- St Mary's College
- Medical Centre, St Mary's College, Waldegrave Road, Strawberry Hill, Twickenham, TW1 4SX · 02082404100
Access and facilities
- Braille translation service
- Disabled parking
- Disabled toilet
- Induction loop
- Signing service
- Step-free access
- Text relay
- Wheelchair access
- Disabled parking
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Inspection rating
By the Care Quality Commission, the NHS regulator
Good
overall, from the inspection published 18 April 2017
This rating is 9 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 | 8.6% | 15.2% |
| Diabetes | 3.6% | 7.9% |
| Asthma | 4.8% | 6.6% |
| COPD | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Coronary heart disease | 1.7% | 3.0% |
| Depression | 13.8% | 14.3% |
| Obesity | 6.7% | 13.9% |
| Smoking | 8.2% | 13.5% |
Health checks done
| Check | Here | England |
|---|---|---|
| Cervical screening, women 25-49 | 65% | 67% |
| Cervical screening, women 50-64 | 76% | 75% |
| Blood pressure controlled (hypertension, under 80) | 70% | 68% |
| Blood pressure checked in last 5 years (45+) | 75% | 87% |
| Diabetes: blood pressure on target | 70% | 75% |
| Diabetes: blood sugar (HbA1c) on target | 55% | 57% |
| Diabetes: annual foot check | 74% | 78% |
| Asthma: annual review | 59% | 66% |
Other surgeries nearby
| Surgery | Distance | Score | Easy by phone | Rated good | New patients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| York Medical Practicethis surgery | – | 62 | 89% | 81% | Yes |
| Acorn Group PracticeTwickenham, TW1 4EA | 0.2 miles | 41 | 55% | 79% | Yes |
| Cross Deep SurgeryTwickenham, TW1 4QP | 0.4 miles | 91 | 82% | 89% | Yes |
| Twickenham Park SurgeryTwickenham, TW1 2AR | 0.6 miles | 96 | 93% | 88% | Yes |
| St. Margarets PracticeTwickenham, TW1 1NE | 0.7 miles | 51 | 77% | 81% | Yes |
| The Green & Fir RoadTwickenham, TW2 5TU | 0.7 miles | 39 | 70% | 74% | Yes |
| Richmond Lock SurgeryTwickenham, TW1 1PS | 1.1 miles | 89 | 94% | 93% | Yes |
| Vineyard SurgeryRichmond, TW10 6PP | 1.2 miles | 41 | 69% | 76% | Yes |
| The Isleworth PracticeIsleworth, TW7 7DJ | 1.3 miles | 57 | 57% | 87% | Yes |
| Paradise Road SurgeryRichmond, TW9 1SA | 1.3 miles | 84 | 88% | 88% | Yes |
Cross Deep Surgery is 0.4 miles away, scores 91 and is taking on new patients. You can usually join any surgery that covers your address.
Common questions
Is York Medical Practice taking on new patients?
Yes. When we last checked its page on the NHS website (20 September 2026), York Medical Practice was taking on new patients. You can register online through the NHS website or call the surgery on 020 8744 0220.
How do patients rate York Medical Practice?
In the 2026 NHS GP Patient Survey, 81% of patients at York Medical Practice said their overall experience was good. The England average is 77%. 89% found it easy to get through by phone (England 57%). Its GPScore is 62 out of 100, grade B, which puts it in the second-best 20% of GP surgeries in England.
What is the inspection rating for York Medical Practice?
The Care Quality Commission, which inspects GP surgeries in England, rated York Medical Practice as Good at its last published inspection (report published 18 April 2017).
What are the opening times of York 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 20 April 2023. Bank holidays may differ.
How do I contact York Medical Practice?
Call 020 8744 0220 or visit its website, www.yorkpractice.co.uk. You can also book and order repeat prescriptions in the NHS App. The address is St Johns Health Centre, Oak Lane, Twickenham, TW1 3PA.
Does York Medical Practice have a branch surgery?
Yes. York Medical Practice also runs St Mary's College (Medical Centre, St Mary's College, Waldegrave Road, Strawberry Hill, Twickenham, TW1 4SX). Patients register with the practice and can usually be seen at either site.
How many patients are registered at York Medical Practice?
Around 14,860 patients are registered (January 2025). The surgery is part of East Twickenham PCN, a group of local surgeries that share staff and services, in the South West 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.