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Betty B. one year ago • From Google

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Phone queues too long, records went missing

I have significant concerns about this practice since relocating to the area three years ago. As both a patient and someone working in healthcare, I find the way this service operates troubling. The practice misplaced my medical records at one point and interrupted my partner's ongoing daily medical management, which required continuity of care. Reaching the practice by telephone is extremely difficult, often taking over twenty minutes to connect. The recorded messages focus on joining a patient group or warnings about unacceptable behaviour, which does not reflect well on the service. It is understandable that people become frustrated when experiencing such lengthy wait times. The practice requires face-to-face appointments for routine matters that could reasonably be addressed through a telephone consultation instead. This approach seems to consume appointment slots unnecessarily. I am genuinely worried about how this service is being administered. Given the significant number of older residents in the area, I question whether they are receiving the standard of healthcare they deserve. Based on my experience, I suspect many may not be.

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