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Luke H. 3 years ago • From Google

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Bad

Phone lines cut off, forced online booking instead

I have found this to be the worst medical practice I have attended. Several months ago, I felt compelled to lodge a formal complaint in order to secure an appointment, as the telephone lines were experiencing frequent disconnections that would occur after approximately an hour, followed by a lengthy two-week wait for an available slot. Following a recent consultation at an out-of-hours medical facility, I required an appointment at my regular practice to obtain a referral for imaging. When I called to arrange this, I was able to connect without difficulty. However, I was directed to complete the booking through their online system and was not permitted to arrange the appointment via telephone. I outlined my demanding work commitments and explained that I would likely need to ring back to adjust the time allocated by the online form, making it more efficient to book over the phone initially. Despite my explanation, the staff member insisted I proceed online, which seemed an impractical approach given that it would necessitate a follow-up call, thereby creating additional administrative burden for all parties. I would recommend considering alternative practices if you are considering registering with a surgery.

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