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Nigel B. one year ago • From Google

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Phone lines impossible to get through on

This practice was once excellent, but following their service changes, the experience has deteriorated significantly. Getting through by telephone has become extremely difficult, with callers often left on hold for extended periods. On busy days, automated messages indicate they cannot accept further enquiries, which seems contradictory given their stated openness to new registrations. Even when contact is established with a staff member, securing an appointment remains problematic. The process now requires completing an online form, receiving a text with a website link, and independently booking through their system—essentially removing direct human assistance. The practice suggests this streamlines things for patients, yet the reality feels quite different. Upon accessing the online booking portal, appointments frequently show as unavailable for the next two to three weeks. Navigating this practice has become genuinely frustrating, and the overall standard of care appears to have declined noticeably. The experience is deeply disappointing. While I personally have reasonable technology skills, many patients do not possess this capability. I question how less confident individuals manage this system, given how time-intensive and cumbersome it is. The personal element of care seems to have vanished, with the practice seemingly reluctant to offer face-to-face consultations. The organisation appears determined to minimise in-person appointments, instead requiring patients to self-manage online, maintain digital literacy, and conduct all interactions electronically. If this represents modern progress in healthcare, it raises serious concerns.

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