Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Amber C. one year ago • From Google
Bad
Frustrating medical bureaucracy and poor patient communication
My partner was informed today to bring a urine sample for the doctor to test and was told he could not obtain a container from the surgery as they no longer provide these to patients. He was advised that any clean container would suffice and to drop it off before 4pm. He selected a thoroughly cleaned bottle which he carefully labeled with his personal details, already feeling uncomfortable with the situation. Upon arrival, he was not initially informed by reception that the container would be unsuitable. The receptionist accepted the sample and suggested placing it in the basket, indicating he would receive results via a call. Subsequently, he received a call after leaving, stating the bottle was inappropriate due to potential contamination and requesting he return to collect an official container from reception. When he sought clarification, the staff member was uncertain why the previous instruction was given and suggested he could obtain a container from the surgery or local pharmacy. He was repeatedly and persistently questioned about why he couldn't return immediately, implying he should "still be nearby". This situation has prolonged my partner's UTI by an additional day, primarily due to a significant communication breakdown between different departments regarding their service provisions. The dismissive and aggressive tone used when questioning his inability to return immediately was particularly offensive. I attempted to initiate the complaints procedure by contacting the practice manager, only to be informed they had finished work for the day and advised to call back tomorrow.
Absolutely unacceptable service!!! I understand you might be overwhelmed and frustrated with bureaucratic constraints, but that's no excuse to mistreat patients. Being discourteous and dismissive is..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Mel T.
Getting to the facility on foot can be somewhat challenging, but the medical staff more than make up for it with their exceptional compassion and attentiveness towards me and my loved ones. While..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
bernadette c.
Attempted to schedule a medical consultation early in the morning by phone, and was initially informed I was first in line. Despite waiting for nearly half an hour, my position in the queue remained..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Luke B.
A welcoming medical practice with delightful and caring personnel
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Mary B.
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..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Lily S.
Visited this medical facility as new patients, and my partner received prompt attention. The staff were incredibly supportive and provided clear information throughout our appointment. We were both..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Jayden W.
Spent nearly half an hour on hold, got disconnected mid-call, and was eventually transferred to a physician after a frustrating wait.
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Nick D.
Completely dissatisfied! I was assured my prescription would be dispatched to the pharmacy, but upon arriving at 6:00 PM closing time, it was nowhere to be found. Earlier, I was told it would take..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Becky W.
Recently started visiting this medical practice, and my initial impressions are positive. The front desk staff were courteous and quickly scheduled my appointment. The facility appears..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Ric P.
Scheduled appointments seem pointless when you end up wasting more than sixty minutes just sitting around waiting.
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Natalie A.
My mother-in-law requires a blood test, and the medical practice has referred her to Basildon hospital with no consideration for her transportation challenges. It seems she is simply expected to..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Amber C.
My partner was informed today to bring a urine sample for the doctor to test and was told he could not obtain a container from the surgery as they no longer provide these to patients. He was advised..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Keely A.
I appreciate your prompt assistance and timely resolution.
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Alison K.
Every time I contact them, they're incredibly supportive. They were exceptional when my daughter was seriously ill. The doctor personally called to follow up on her condition. Their approach is..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
ROBERT W.
I'm deeply disappointed with your service. As an immunocompromised patient experiencing respiratory distress, persistent cough, and chest congestion, I'm shocked that you're unwilling to examine me..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Wayne R.
While there's been widespread criticism of Kingsway lately, and some complaints seem valid, my personal experience was quite different. On a typically hectic Monday morning, I struggled for 20..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
simon n.
Endured a staggering wait time exceeding 50 minutes for my scheduled visit! No prior warning was provided during booking, and staff appear completely unbothered by the delay! Definitely plan to..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Byron J.
Yes, it's passable. The patient-to-physician ratio seems imbalanced. With merely two front desk staff, handling the chaotic morning surge of appointment booking calls appears challenging for both..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
kim s.
I've undergone multiple medical procedures for different health issues over time. Admittedly, the phone wait times can be lengthy. However, this is consistent across all NHS services, including..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Ian M.
During a recent evening call, I was informed I was third in line. After waiting for what felt like an eternity—35 minutes to be precise—I finally got through. Considering there was just a single..
Kingsway Surgery (South Woodham)
Nck T.