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Charlotte P. one year ago • From Google

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Reception reluctant to help with in-person booking

I attended the surgery today to book an appointment in person. I find online processes challenging due to my dyslexia and ADHD, and since I live just a short walk away, I came directly to the reception desk. The receptionist informed me that I would need to complete an online form. I explained my difficulties with reading and writing and clarified that this was precisely why I had come in person to seek assistance. She reiterated that the online form was required and that in-person appointments could only be made by those without internet access. I expressed my concern about this policy, as I was already present and had made the effort to attend. I mentioned that living so close by made it convenient for me to visit, but she suggested that if everyone in my situation came in person, the practice would become overwhelmed. However, looking around the waiting area at that moment, there were only two other people present, an elderly couple. Eventually, she agreed to help me book the appointment given that the surgery was not busy at the time. I felt disappointed by the experience. The practice no longer seems to accommodate people who need to book appointments face-to-face, and I was troubled by the assumption that my appearance determines whether I have support needs. Just because I don't visibly appear to have a disability does not mean I don't face real difficulties with certain tasks. I had also wanted to book a second appointment to discuss a lump I had found, but following this interaction, I felt too discouraged to request another booking. I hope the reception team will develop greater awareness of patients with hidden disabilities and treat them with more compassion in future.

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