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Loubie S. 3 years ago • From Google

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Average

Phone queue system needs urgent improvement

I'm experiencing significant difficulty when attempting to contact the practice to arrange an appointment. This morning I spent 45 minutes trying to get through, and repeatedly when I navigated to the appointment options and selected that service, the call would disconnect and indicate the line was busy. Only after 45 minutes did the system finally offer the option to retain my position in a queue, which should have been available immediately rather than after such a lengthy wait. I would strongly suggest reinstating the previous evening online appointment booking system, as it was considerably more convenient than having to ring at 8am and hope to reach someone before all available slots are taken. That said, I must acknowledge that once an appointment is secured, the service provided is excellent, and the staff are consistently professional, friendly and supportive. I recognise the practice is busy and that isn't the concern here. The real issue is the appointment booking process itself. The solution would be to either allow patients to join the queue without delay, restore the online booking option that was previously available, or modify the phone system to allow callers to remain on the line while waiting. I am willing to hold and wait for assistance; my frustration stems from being disconnected repeatedly throughout the 45-minute period.

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