Western Elms Surgery
Ellie E. 4 years ago • From Google
Bad
frustrating half hour call queue
Like every medical practice in Reading, Western Elms is completely overwhelmed and incapable of managing its patient load. I've wasted 3 hours on the phone over the past month just trying to obtain a single test result related to my spine. Each time I contact them, I'm assured a manager will access the system and follow up with my results, but this never materializes. I'm finally writing a review because today I endured 35 minutes in a call queue only to be abruptly disconnected without speaking to anyone. I'm utterly exasperated. Additionally, a locum GP who consulted with me remotely requested a referral, but when I called the following week to inquire about my test result, I discovered the referral was never processed. What an absolute disaster. It's exhausting. Spending half an hour on hold just to achieve nothing is infuriating. I'm unable to register with another practice because everywhere is at full capacity, leaving me trapped with this deplorable service. If you have any opportunity to register elsewhere, I strongly advise you to do so.
Absolutely dreadful experience. Their customer service is appalling, with ridiculously extended wait periods just to get a basic query answered. Their operational approach is completely..
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Kat H.
When you manage to connect with the physicians, they offer valuable assistance. However, the phone communication is extremely frustrating, with scheduled lines failing to open and calls abruptly..
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Syed H.
The receptionist's behavior was utterly deplorable. My mother, who recently underwent bypass surgery, had a scheduled appointment for stitch removal. I was helping her get to the clinic, and due to..
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naresh y.
Absolutely terrible healthcare experience They misscheduled my appointment and seem to be completely unprofessional and careless
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Avatar A.
Without a doubt, this NHS practice represents the absolute bottom of the barrel in medical care, boasting receptionists who are shockingly discourteous and administrative personnel who are..
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Kerry J.
The medical practice falls far short of expectations. The waiting periods are excruciatingly long, and the physicians seem dismissive and unhelpful, often resorting to basic internet searches for..
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Ian F.
1 star, and I wish I could give zero! Booked an urgent consultation around 5:30 PM for excruciating tonsillitis. The physician was cordial but neglected to confirm my prescription's destination,..
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Capital r.
Terrible customer experience I scheduled an appointment for 11 AM and ended up waiting with my child for over an hour. When I inquired about the delay, they simply made excuses about the appointment..
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Jessica J.
Interminable delay waiting for a nursing staff callback that never materialized. No communication about changes or cancellation was provided.
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Sarah M.
After relocating to a different area of Reading, I switched medical practices from Western Elms. When I needed to arrange my recurring medication, I discovered my medical records hadn't been..
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Martins D.
Completely absurd! It's impossible to schedule a direct appointment, and when you do get a doctor's call back, it feels painfully brief and hurried.
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D S.
Fantastic medical procedure 👏 As a patient for 17 years... I've consistently experienced smooth scheduling and want to express my gratitude to the entire surgical team. Your dedication and..
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Rachelle B.
I needed an urgent medical consultation this morning, and the front desk personnel were incredibly supportive and compassionate. The physicians I consulted were truly exceptional. I am immensely..
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Claudia B.
I recognize the challenges faced by the NHS. Yet, it's incredibly frustrating when the receptionist displays such obvious contempt upon being asked for an appointment that doesn't align with her..
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Chris B.
Despite the staff's professional demeanor and friendliness, there are significant communication breakdowns within the administrative and clinical teams. Tasks that should take mere minutes end up..
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John S.
Securing a doctor's appointment at this clinic is about as likely as hitting the jackpot in the National Lottery... They occasionally schedule patients at a different clinic in Southcote, which..
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Dad E.
This surgical experience has been utterly futile. I've exhausted nearly two and a half years attempting to secure a consultation with a general practitioner, yet without success. Consequently, I've..
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Gem G.
Terrible experience. Clearly prioritizing money over healthcare. Disrespectful employees. Quality of service has significantly declined since the pandemic.
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Josh J.
Absolutely dreadful. A series of consistently poor interactions. The staff are discourteous. When seeking medical assistance for a non-emergency issue that's impacting my psychological well-being,..
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Andrzej K.
Incredible frustration! I reached out today due to persistent right lung pain, unsure of the cause, and suspecting bronchitis for over a week. This isn't the first time—I experienced similar..
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Dragulin L.