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Tom C. 5 years ago • From Google

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Reception intercom system lacks privacy and empathy

The practice was previously satisfactory, though it appears procedures have changed considerably. The reception area now operates in a way that feels unhelpful, requiring patients to discuss their health concerns through an intercom system audible to others in the waiting area. The telephone access system at opening time lacks flexibility, and attempts to reach the practice over the past week have been unsuccessful, which prompted a visit to the reception desk. Contact with the partner practice proved to be a notably different experience, with staff who were accommodating and courteous, and who promptly arranged a callback appointment for the following day. This contrast highlights a difference in service standards. The reception team may benefit from developing their interpersonal skills and considering additional professional development opportunities to better support patients.

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