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Nicola G. one year ago • From Google

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Reception staff dismissive about appointment confusion

It's unfortunate really. The affiliated practice has genuinely pleasant staff who interact with patients respectfully. I attended for an appointment today and was unable to check in. After being overlooked by reception for several minutes, I was eventually acknowledged and told rather curtly that my appointment was scheduled as a telephone consultation. I have memory difficulties that I'd previously discussed with a clinician. When I requested an appointment reminder a few days prior, I received a text confirmation showing the time and a different location. Upon returning to clarify this mix-up, I was dismissed once more with the explanation that "they can't alter that but you were booked for a telephone appointment". The receptionist's manner was dismissive, and I felt the interaction fell short of professional standards. My appointment was scheduled for mid-morning and it's now well past that time with no contact from the doctor, but I'll be requesting to attend the affiliated practice for future appointments. The reception team would benefit from some additional training and support, as multiple patients were overlooked by one member of staff during my visit. The experience reinforced common frustrations people have with GP reception services.

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