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David D. one year ago • From Google

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Bad

Impossible phone system blocks access to care

The appointment booking process at this practice follows a familiar pattern: ring at 8am, navigate through complicated phone menu systems that seem designed to discourage contact, and listen to repetitive hold music that feels deliberately unpleasant. When you do get through, you're told your condition isn't urgent enough for an early appointment, despite clinical guidance suggesting it warrants same-day assessment and immediate attention. The receptionist interaction is often frustrating, with staff appearing unhappy and dismissive. This sets a discouraging tone from the start. Attempting to call back later in the morning results in another lengthy hold time, only to be informed there are no available appointments for that day. The reasons for this unavailability remain unclear. This practice appears to struggle with its core function of providing accessible healthcare. The experience has contributed to significant anxiety about making contact, to the point where seeking help elsewhere—whether from pharmacies, online sources, or other urgent care services—feels preferable to attempting to use this practice. For someone who rarely requires medical attention, the inability to rely on their registered practice when needed is deeply concerning and undermines confidence in the service.

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