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Janet I. 4 years ago • From Google

Rating

Poor

Appointment waits have become frustratingly long

I have been a patient at my previous practice for 40 years without any issues. However, I now find it very difficult to speak with a clinician or secure an appointment within a reasonable timeframe. Since the merger, I have experienced the same difficulties I encountered at my former practice decades ago, including challenges with reception staff conduct. That said, I do acknowledge that the reception team are generally as supportive as their circumstances allow and maintain a courteous manner. During a recent visit for a routine health check follow-up, I was asked to provide samples again despite having done so just two weeks earlier. My underlying concerns continue to go unaddressed, and I feel that attributing all current issues to external circumstances serves as an easy explanation. The practice previously maintained a strong quality rating when it operated under different management. I am puzzled about what has changed.

Bowling Highfield Medical Practice

4 years ago

Dear Janet, We are sorry to hear you have struggled to get an appointment. We offer various appointments at the surgery to try and cater for different people’s needs. We now offer appointments Tues and Thurs nights until 9pm at the surgery. Next time please think about trying the Econsultation system ( front page of our website) this allows you to thoroughly explain your concerns and how we can help. A Dr will review this the next working day (max 2 working days) and get back to you or bring you to the surgery as appropriate. Lots of people are now using this service and the feedback is really positive. Kind regards

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