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Anjna P. 2 years ago • From Google

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Impossible to Get a GP Appointment in February

I would rate this the absolute worst healthcare experience ever. We recently relocated from Harrow, where GP services were top-notch and appointments were easily accessible. Despite hearing numerous negative reviews about this community health center, I was reluctant to change our GP. My daughter and I remain registered at our previous practice, always returning there for treatment, especially since my husband has multiple health conditions. The NHS transferred him to this new location, forcing us to register here. I completed all necessary paperwork and submitted them to the receptionist. I received a message about downloading the Berryfields app for online appointments. When I attempted to secure an initial face-to-face consultation to discuss his health issues, the receptionist informed me no appointments were available until March 20th - this was on February 5th! The vague appointment time of "any time" was completely unhelpful. When I tried booking through their system, calling precisely at 8:00 am, I was placed on hold for 30 minutes. Upon finally being contacted, I was told no appointments remained. Apparently, pre-booked and same-day appointments consume all available slots, rendering the booking process essentially meaningless. My husband's condition deteriorated, developing a severe flu. I contacted 111, who were somewhat helpful, but when his symptoms worsened, I was caught in an impossible situation. With no GP response and being advised to visit A&E, the prospect of an 18-hour wait seemed ludicrous - leaving a 76-year-old man suffering in pain. Fortunately, my private medical insurance provided a video consultation. However, for an in-person GP visit, I would need to navigate 111's bureaucratic system. This experience is absolutely unacceptable - a scenario where a patient could potentially die while receiving no meaningful care. I have never encountered such abysmal healthcare service in my entire life and desperately seek an explanation.

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