GP CQC Ratings

Fell Tower Medical Centre

575-583 Durham Road, Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 5EY
CQC Rating Good
Data: Care Quality Commission (Open Government Licence)

Inspection Details

Last inspected
9 December 2025
Report published
9 December 2025
Local authority
Gateshead
Provider
Fell Tower Medical Centre

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Inspection Results by Category

CQC inspects GP surgeries across five key areas:

Safe

Good

Are patients protected from abuse and avoidable harm?

Effective

Good

Does care, treatment and support achieve good outcomes?

Caring

Good

Do staff involve and treat people with compassion and respect?

Responsive

Good

Are services organised so they meet people's needs?

Well-led

Requires improvement

Is the practice well managed, learning and improving?

What Does This Rating Mean?

A Good rating means this practice is performing well and meeting all required CQC standards. Patients can expect safe, effective, and caring treatment. Approximately 76% of GP practices in England are rated Good.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CQC rating for Fell Tower Medical Centre?

Fell Tower Medical Centre is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission. This means the practice meets all required CQC standards and patients can expect safe, effective care.

When was Fell Tower Medical Centre last inspected?

Fell Tower Medical Centre was last inspected on 9 December 2025. The full report is available on the CQC website.

Can I register at Fell Tower Medical Centre?

Contact Fell Tower Medical Centre directly or use the NHS website to check if they are currently accepting new patients in Gateshead.

What does a Good CQC rating mean?

A Good rating means the practice performs well and meets all key CQC standards across the five inspection areas: safe, effective, caring, responsive, and well-led. Around 76% of GP practices in England hold a Good rating.

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