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Sky A. 2 years ago • From Google

Rating

Bad

Long phone waits and unhelpful appointment booking responses

I found the experience quite frustrating. I spent a considerable amount of time on hold before being advised to contact the practice again early in the week. I was reluctant to share specific details with the receptionist about the nature of my call, as I felt it was a private matter. I indicated that I needed an appointment either immediately or early in the week, mentioning it was related to a health concern. I was then told that advance bookings aren't available, though this seemed inconsistent with my previous experience when I brought a family member in and was given a future appointment slot. I also questioned how other types of appointments, such as routine tests, are scheduled in advance if pre-booking isn't possible. When I raised the point about emergency-only availability, it seemed unclear how this differs from what other services handle. I don't call frequently, but when I do, I find myself anxious about the process due to the manner of staff interactions, the lack of understanding shown, and the difficulty in securing an appointment without significant inconvenience. It's an added stress when you're already dealing with health concerns.

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