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Sapphire B. 4 months ago • From Google

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Appointment system made it impossible to get seen

Every interaction I have experienced at this practice has been disappointing. The appointment booking system appears to have significant limitations – obtaining an appointment proves extremely challenging, regardless of the urgency of one's health concerns. On one occasion, I was unable to secure an appointment despite feeling I required medical assessment and subsequently needed to contact emergency services. Only after the emergency service made contact with the practice was my situation reassessed and an appointment offered. I found this sequence of events concerning and feel it should not occur. The reception area experience has similarly been unsatisfactory. Certain staff members have come across as unhelpful and unwelcoming in their manner. It feels as though patients are not being treated with the consideration one would expect when seeking healthcare support. I observed a notice regarding conduct towards staff, however I believe courtesy should be mutual – patients should feel respected and treated considerately when attending for care. This practice appears to be hindered by both its appointment system functionality and the quality of patient interactions at the front desk. Based on my experiences, I would encourage prospective patients to carefully consider whether this practice meets their needs before registering.

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