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Cécile R. 10 months ago • From Google

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Online requests closed without proper explanation

This practice was previously reliable, but standards have declined noticeably. Following the integration with another local surgery, services have become predominantly digital-based, making it challenging to reach someone by phone or in person. I recently made an enquiry about a routine immunisation for my child. The online submission was closed without any explanation, and I received a text message declining the request and suggesting private payment instead. When I telephoned to discuss this further, I was informed by reception staff that they needed to investigate eligibility because my child was born abroad, despite my child having been registered with the practice for several years. A child's birthplace should not determine their entitlement to NHS services. It is deeply disappointing that a straightforward healthcare matter for a young person resulted in a case being closed without proper dialogue or consideration. Additionally, I was sent correspondence about a routine screening appointment, but as I preferred not to attend the other branch location, I faced a wait of over two months to secure an appointment at my preferred site. This does not reflect what accessible NHS healthcare should provide. Update: following the lengthy two-month wait for my screening appointment, the practice cancelled it the day before I was due to attend and rescheduled for a later date, which undermines the purpose of preventative care.

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