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Candisia C. 8 years ago • From Google

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Reception staff attitude makes appointments difficult

The practice was previously located elsewhere under a different name before relocating to its current address. One particular clinician stands out as notably competent, professional, and empathetic. However, the experience with other clinicians has been inconsistent, with a tendency toward offering personal viewpoints rather than objective clinical guidance. The reception team's manner has come across as unnecessarily abrupt and unwelcoming. EXAMPLE 1: During an appointment regarding mental health concerns, I was told that my ability to attend the appointment suggested there were no significant issues, and that anger management might be more appropriate. This feedback felt dismissive given a documented history of ongoing mental health difficulties spanning over a decade. I was concerned about how such an interaction could affect someone in a more vulnerable state. EXAMPLE 2: Before planning to have children, I expressed concerns about fertility. I was advised that no investigations or support could be offered. A subsequent appointment with the aforementioned clinician resulted in a more supportive approach, with appropriate investigations arranged to check for any underlying issues. EXAMPLE 3: When experiencing a respiratory infection during pregnancy, I was prescribed an antibiotic at a dosage and duration that seemed unusually high. Upon attending hospital, staff expressed concern about the prescription and indicated that following such guidance could have posed risks to the pregnancy.

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