Feedback reflects a mixed experience across appointment access, communication, and clinical care. Patients consistently report significant difficulty reaching the practice by telephone, with many describing engaged lines, long wait times, and unresponsive booking systems that create substantial barriers to accessing appointments. The digital triage system receives mixed responses, with some finding it efficient and others experiencing delays or technical issues. Reception experience varies considerably, with some patients praising courteous and supportive staff while others describe dismissive attitudes and poor handling of sensitive information in public areas.
When patients do access clinical consultations, many report thorough and compassionate care from medical professionals, with particular praise for attentive listening, clear explanations, and comprehensive treatment approaches. Several patients highlight positive experiences with specific aspects of service delivery, including prompt responses to urgent requests, efficient prescription handling, and well-organised appointment processes. The practice's use of online platforms and digital systems is appreciated by those who can access them effectively.
However, systemic challenges persist around medication management, with reports of delays and administrative errors affecting continuity of care. Some patients express concern about the triage process creating barriers rather than facilitating appropriate access, particularly for vulnerable or elderly patients. The overall picture suggests capable clinical staff operating within a service experiencing significant capacity pressures, with inconsistent reception experiences and ongoing difficulties with telephone accessibility and appointment booking.
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Feedback reflects a mixed experience across appointment access, communication, and clinical care. Patients consistently report significant difficulty reaching the practice by telephone, with many describing engaged lines, long wait times, and unresponsive booking systems that create substantial barriers to accessing appointments. The digital triage system receives mixed responses, with some finding it efficient and others experiencing delays or technical issues. Reception experience varies considerably, with some patients praising courteous and supportive staff while others describe dismissive attitudes and poor handling of sensitive information in public areas.
When patients do access clinical consultations, many report thorough and compassionate care from medical professionals, with particular praise for attentive listening, clear explanations, and comprehensive treatment approaches. Several patients highlight positive experiences with specific aspects of service delivery, including prompt responses to urgent requests, efficient prescription handling, and well-organised appointment processes. The practice's use of online platforms and digital systems is appreciated by those who can access them effectively.
However, systemic challenges persist around medication management, with reports of delays and administrative errors affecting continuity of care. Some patients express concern about the triage process creating barriers rather than facilitating appropriate access, particularly for vulnerable or elderly patients. The overall picture suggests capable clinical staff operating within a service experiencing significant capacity pressures, with inconsistent reception experiences and ongoing difficulties with telephone accessibility and appointment booking.
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Steve H.
5 years ago
Bad!
Endless calls for test results reveal healthcare nightmare
I'm restricted to calling for test results only between 1pm and 3pm, which I understand. However, I've now made 57 attempts (and I've been tracking meticulously due to past frustrations) where 55 calls resulted in engaged lines. On the two occasions I did connect, I selected option 6 on the call menu, only to have the line ring endlessly. Fortunately, working from home allows me to persistently redial, and these 57 attempts have spanned 90 minutes. When I finally got through, I was informed the results were still with the doctor for review - exactly what I was told to expect last Friday. I now must call back again tomorrow... Completely unacceptable. Update. Sept 2020. Needed an appointment today. 148 calls before getting through. With new housing developments in Stone, this situation will undoubtedly deteriorate. I'm deeply concerned about how many people might abandon their attempts out of sheer frustration, potentially missing critical diagnoses of serious or life-threatening conditions that could have been identified with timely medical attention.