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Mary B. 2 years ago • From Google

Rating

Poor

Endless waiting and frustration at this surgery

I'm a newcomer to this medical practice and have had to reach out multiple times regarding my 4-month-old infant. Each call requires a minimum 40-minute wait, only to be instructed to ring back at 8am for a same-day appointment, as booking ahead is impossible before three months. When I call at 8am, the queue is already full - so both my spouse and I repeatedly dial for 40 minutes before connecting, then find ourselves 16th in line and facing another 40-60 minute wait!!! Being on maternity leave allows me this time, but how can working individuals possibly manage such delays!!! Having recently relocated from central London, I've never experienced such difficulties with a doctor's surgery. When I finally secured an appointment, the Doctor was wonderful - and truly beyond criticism. However, the receptionist who called to schedule was abrupt and irritated that I couldn't arrive within 20 minutes. I'm currently on hold again, starting at number 12 and after 37 minutes, I'm now number 6!!! I'm absolutely astounded by their service quality - I've squandered hours on the phone and am genuinely concerned about accessing urgent medical care, which explains why A&Es are overwhelmed with patients unable to see their GPs.

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