I had a very good experience at this walk-in centre and would recommend it for seeking treatment…read moreadvice or routine medical care. I was referred here for treatment when the cold symptoms I had continued to worsen after 10 days. The staff were polite and efficient. The wait time to see the nurse was less than 30 minutes (mind you, this was a Monday morning in late June and not the peak of cold and flu season). The physical examination she conducted was thorough, hands-on, and certainly unlike anything I have experienced in the USA.* At first, the exam seemed too rudimentary to possibly be an effective diagnostic tool, but I was wrong. The nurse also had a significant number of questions to ask, along with inquiring as to how my specialist in Los Angeles had treated these same symptoms on previous occasions. The nurse seemed impressed by what I recounted to her, stating that the diagnostics and treatment my specialist in LA. had administered were rather advanced. Even so, I found her examination and line of questioning impressive. As it turned out, her diagnosis and prognosis were spot on. Even better, this service would have cost me at least 250 US dollars at my physician in Los Angeles, whereas it only cost me 25 pounds in the UK. Based on this one experience, I wouldn't hesitate to come here again. Hours of operation... Monday-Friday 8.00am-8.00pm Saturday-Sunday 10.00am-8.00pm (also Bank Holidays) closed Christmas Day * In America, physicians are reluctant to touch patients unless absolutely necessary, lest they be sued. Americans tend to be overly litigious.

Friendly nurses! What a relief to walk into an NHS clinic and not be greeted with either a…read moredeathstare, apathetic look, or derision. Those three describe my two previous encounters with the NHS so luckily I haven't been sick much in the last 3 years. Now to be fair, I'm actually a fan of the NHS. Sure I hate paying NI taxes as much as anyone, but I do appreciate not having to pay when I do need to use a hospital. However, I've heard the horror stories and lived in a slight fear that I may shoplift a few germs inadvertently while I'm there due to lower the spectacular conditions that result when you put too many people into too small a space and fail to provide enough funding (which has been spent on fancy ways to blow up caves). This slightly irrational fear is made worse when you are going to a walk-in clinic which in the states would be crammed with coughing, dirty, mostly homeless people who have no private medical insurance to rely on. Luckily, within 30 seconds of walking into the Soho Walk-in Clinic, my fears were put to rest. The receptionists are very friendly and patiently took me through the process of registering and explained the next few steps. The waiting room was quite spacious and turnover fairly high so everyone was spaced several seats apart. A selection of newspapers and magazines (fairly recent) were also provided in case you didn't have a phone or book to keep you occupied. The place was also very clean which is quite a feat when you are catering to sneezing and coughing invalids. After being called in for a quick screening which consisted of a few questions, I was told it would be under an hour before I saw the nurse. I should note that there are only nurses here and not full doctors so if you are seriously ill they will likely have to refer you to one of the full hospitals. However, for most things they are more than capable of diagnosing and dosing you up. About 30 minutes after the screening, I was called in to see a nurse. First off, she was hilarious. I do appreciate it when they give you a bit of banter rather than just rattling off questions in as efficient a manner as possible. While taking my blood pressure we had a bit of a chat about things and she was pretty good with explaining what she was about to do. It was also a fairly educational experience as I learned that I was borderline overdosing on paracetamol (too many Lemsip Max tablets in one day) and that it can have serious consequences like stopping your heart. Fair enough, I will follow the instructions more carefully from now on. I was diagnosed with tonsillitis in about 10 seconds flat and given penicillin right there. I definitely appreciate being dispensed drugs on site as it avoids an annoying trek and wait to Boots when you just want to feel better. My nurse was also good at explaining the importance of following the full 10 day regime despite the fact I'd likely feel fine after 3 days. If she hadn't mentioned it, I would have been very tempted to stop after a few days (I don't like taking pills) but that would have helped push along the development of a penicillin resistant strain which isn't good for anyone. Overall, I was very pleased with my experience and would definitely recommend the Soho Walk-in clinic to everyone. I'll be going there as my first stop next time I'm sick for sure!

I am an American citizen who became very ill on a flight from Boston to London. I came to the…read moreplace where I could not breathe. I was rushed by ambulance to the Hillingdon Hospital and was treated for a lung infection that triggered a massive asthma attach. The people were all very kind, but the hospital is in horrible shape.. I was shocked to see the lack of cleanliness and updated modern conveniences. No bathroom in a ward of very sick coughing women. I thought the woman across from me would die before my eyes. I was asked to pay 5,000 dollars within the hour to be treated. (not everyone could do this) I can say that I feel they saved my life...many breathing treatments, IV steroids and strong antibiotics. They did agree to finally give me an CT scan to check for a blood clot. I do understand this is Socialized Medicine, but I really felt sorry for the poor care of the property.. old, not painted and dirty for anyone who had no choice but to be there. I always thought Socialized would be a bit more Equalized for EVERYONE. I do thank you for helping me continue our trip to Greece which we had planned for many years. I am back in the USA and feeling well. Your staff is wonderful, but that hospital needs repair and cleaning especially if you are sending people there from outside your country....it is not a showcase for London. Thank you so much for helping me.

Sniff cough cough, sniff…read more... I knew the say would come when I would be feeling a little under the weather and think to write up about these guys. Basically this is a NHS walk in centre with a proper doctors surgery attached. It's a little bit of a weird building anyway, like a little portable home that has been plonked behind a large fence and had a NHS sign plonked on it. I have to say that the people who work here are lovely, you can catch them on an off day and yes if you do just walk in expect to wait 3 hours, but as far as centres like this go, this is one of the best. There is loads of waiting space and a pharmacy right next door in the Morrisons so it's super continent. There is the Brooke Road surgery about 10 minutes walk from here but it's not a patch on this place. Oh and the doctors are friendly and the nurses caring! :O)

Sorry, are we talking about the same place? I've had the total misfortune of using this 'care…read morecentre' for the past year, and I've found the staff on every occasion to be at best rude, and at worst totalky incompetent. I'd recommend to anyone thinking of using this centre to avoid at all costs- there are other centres in stamford hill and stoke newington where you will be treated with a little respect and sympathy.

I contacted Niamh when the pain from arthritis in my knee made walking very difficult. She gave me…read morethree treatments at home and there has been a great improvment. Sometimes I remember how bad it was before I had the treatment; like this morning when I was running for a bus :-). She was very thorough in her investigation and explained the injury / treatment fully to me. I would recommend her highly.

From the owner: Specialist in back pain, neck pain and most muscle and joint problems, Niamh is a registered…read moreosteopath with the General Osteopathic Council and is an experienced and confident practitioner. She has helped many expectant mothers with pregnancy related problems. Home visits are usually available for acute problems.