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Jacqueline J. 2 years ago • From Google

Rating

Excellent

Mixed feelings about local doctor's surgery

After carefully reviewing all the feedback, I find my personal experience quite different from the negative comments. The staff consistently demonstrate care, and I've never struggled to secure a doctor's appointment when necessary. However, I do have two concerns, partly in support of the practice's challenges. The continuous housing development is overwhelming - we're inundated with increasing population, traffic congestion, and insufficient infrastructure to support these additional residents. How can this medical center possibly manage such expansion? Moreover, I consistently encounter different doctors during my visits, which disrupts patient continuity. Understanding a patient's comprehensive history, family dynamics, and emotional experiences is crucial in recognizing that many illnesses stem from stress and personal challenges. Unfortunately, current constraints prevent doctors from developing this deeper understanding. I'd like to propose a practical improvement. Recently, I experienced extreme frustration attempting to book an appointment - 114 unsuccessful phone calls! When I visited in person, I discovered the restrictive same-day booking policy. I suggest implementing a more user-friendly queuing system where patients can request a callback when approaching the front of the queue. This approach would be significantly more equitable, particularly for those unable to physically visit the surgery.

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