AS

Amy S. 6 years ago • From Google

Rating

Bad

Phone queues and rude reception staff frustrate patients

Five stars for the clinician. One star for everything else at this practice. The telephone manner was disappointing, with staff speaking sharply to my partner simply because he hadn't used certain pleasantries after he'd been attempting to reach the practice for well over an hour. Each time either of us has tried calling, it's taken approximately an hour to speak with someone, only to be questioned extensively about the reason for wanting to see a clinician, which feels like an inappropriate line of enquiry for reception staff. On most occasions, we've been told an appointment isn't necessary when we genuinely require one, otherwise we wouldn't be making the call in the first place. I'm not seeking an appointment for something minor; I'm managing an ongoing health concern and the experience has been frustrating. The reception team would clearly benefit from additional training in their role.

Other reviews for The Chestnuts Surgery