The Coatham Road Surgery
Marilyn P. 4 years ago • From Google
Bad
Phone lines go dead, appointments nowhere to be found
I have been a patient at this practice for approximately 18 years. In the past, I had no difficulty obtaining appointments with a GP, however the situation has deteriorated significantly. When I call early in the morning, the line disconnects after a few seconds, and this pattern repeats when I try again. Eventually getting through, I am informed that no appointments are available, including telephone consultations. I have also attended the surgery at 8 o'clock in the morning only to be told the same thing. I have a respiratory condition and have been experiencing considerable breathing difficulties. I have not received a review for my condition in nearly five years. Due to severe breathlessness, I attended a walk-in centre where I was nearly losing consciousness. The clinician there arranged for me to be taken to hospital as they suspected a cardiac event, though I was confident this was not the case. I appreciated that they investigated this thoroughly. However, this clinician was also concerned that I had not had a review for my respiratory condition. On another occasion, I returned to the walk-in centre, where a healthcare professional suggested a possible viral infection, which proved not to be the case. They too questioned when my last respiratory review had taken place. I contacted the surgery requesting a review and was offered an appointment in June. This feels inadequate given that my respiratory condition is not well controlled and I require assessment sooner. I have also attempted to use the online booking system, but it directs me to seek medical advice from my GP. The standard of care at this practice appears to have declined from what it once was.
After three years of struggling, I decided to leave this practice. I felt there were significant oversights in my care. In particular, I was sent home despite concerning test results, and my..
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Chelsea W.
Some of the clinical staff are absolutely wonderful, friendly and genuinely care about your wellbeing. One particular healthcare professional was amazing and provided reassurance during my visit,..
The Coatham Road Surgery
Marilyn p.
I have been a patient at this practice for approximately 18 years. In the past, I had no difficulty obtaining appointments with a GP, however the situation has deteriorated significantly. When I..
The Coatham Road Surgery
Abbi C.
I have repeatedly been informed that appointments are unavailable and that there are no clinicians present at the practice, assuming I can even reach someone by telephone initially, despite calling..
The Coatham Road Surgery
Kathryn C.
It seems unusual that this practice is not offering face-to-face appointments when other surgeries in the area are doing so. Attempting to use the online consultation service only to be directed to..
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Poochie P.
I would rate this practice much lower if the system permitted it. Getting through during morning hours to book an appointment is extremely challenging. Based on my experience, it requires numerous..
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Christine H.
This facility should be shut down and likely will be soon by the regulator. How it remains operational is bewildering. There has been no improvement and nobody appears to care, with constant excuses..
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Lucy L.
I recently contacted the practice requesting a prescription for blood pressure medication, informing the receptionist that my supply was running critically low due to a mid-course change to my..
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Stacey S.
There is parking available, though you do need to register your vehicle inside. The receptionist seemed reluctant and was slow to process my arrival. I only attended because a particular staff..
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Billy D.
I find it would be simpler to travel abroad and enjoy a holiday than to secure an appointment at this practice. This situation has persisted for an extended period without any improvement, which is..
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flipaclip a.
Dissatisfied with the lengthy waiting period required to secure an appointment at this practice.
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Ste C.
I have been attempting to have a shoulder issue assessed for more than two years. On multiple occasions, I have been informed that an appointment would be arranged and that I would receive contact..
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James M.
I experienced digestive issues that prevented me from eating for several days, so I contacted the practice to arrange an appointment. I made numerous attempts to reach them by phone throughout the..
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Mike C.
I experienced a significant delay during my visit, as the appointment ran considerably behind schedule despite being told it would only be a brief wait.
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Catherine M.
My elderly relative is unable to reach the practice to arrange an appointment, and by the time they manage to connect with someone, there are no available slots. They lack online access and cannot..
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Paul L.
I am disappointed to have given such a low rating, as I feel the service has fallen short of expectations. Over the past three years, I have attended for routine health checks on a couple of..
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Chris K.
Attempted to secure an appointment but was informed that walk-in slots were unavailable, likely allocated shortly after the surgery opened. The telephone staff appeared unhelpful and dismissive,..
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Sally-Anne T.
Staff at the reception desk lack the medical background needed to make decisions about which appointments should be scheduled.
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Christine M.
I attempted to schedule an appointment but was informed that appointments could not be booked through the usual channels. When I enquired about alternative options, I was told I would need to call..
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Ian W.
Excellent and compassionate nursing team, wonderful front desk personnel, find it difficult to comprehend the unfavourable feedback from others.
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J J.