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Lisa B. 8 months ago • From Google

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Reception refused to help with emergency home visit booking

After contacting the practice to report that an elderly family member had previously been found unconscious and subsequently admitted to hospital with a serious infection, I called today requesting an emergency home visit appointment as similar symptoms were beginning to reoccur. We had been advised by the hospital consultant that immediate medical attention should be sought if this situation arose again. The practice appeared focused solely on directing us to complete an online booking system for a home visit, despite my explaining that the patient is elderly, has mobility difficulties, and struggles with using technology. The receptionist was unwilling to explore alternative arrangements or provide assistance with the booking process. I felt the situation was not handled with appropriate urgency given the serious nature of the presenting symptoms and the previous medical history. The patient required prompt medical assessment and treatment, yet the emphasis on completing an online procedure rather than facilitating rapid access to care was deeply concerning.

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