Tameside residents invited to share their views on GP services

News - 3 October 2023

A new survey has been launched to gather feedback from Tameside residents on their experiences of accessing and using GP services in the area.

The survey aims to understand the opportunities and challenges for improving access to primary care in Tameside.

The survey is open to anyone who lives in Tameside and has used GP services in the past 12 months. It can be completed online at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/HWTGPPractice or by calling 0161 667 2526 where you can request that a paper copy of the survey and a prepaid envelope is sent to you or you can make arrangements to complete it over the phone with a member of our team.

The results will be shared with GP providers and commissioners to help improve the quality and accessibility of GP services in Tameside.

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