Houghton Regis Medical Centre
Dreamy D. 2 years ago • From Google
Bad
Reception staff dismissive and unhelpful with patients
Disappointing. I'm not sure where to begin with my experience at this practice. With the exception of one receptionist who appears to be relatively new to the role, I found the majority of staff members I interacted with to be unhelpful and dismissive towards patients. The overall service quality was poor, with staff seeming unwilling to provide adequate assistance, and I felt that clinical assessments were not conducted with appropriate thoroughness. The clinical staff I encountered displayed behaviour that I found to be unprofessional and concerning. I have several significant concerns about my time at this practice. One receptionist displayed what I perceived as a dismissive attitude towards patients. I experienced instances where calls were disconnected abruptly, and I witnessed what appeared to be inconsistencies regarding appointment information. I also observed interactions where patients, particularly those for whom English was not a first language, were asked to repeat themselves multiple times, and there were occasions where I felt patients' health concerns were not taken seriously. One clinician's approach during my consultation felt physically uncomfortable, and I found their manner dismissive. During a particularly difficult appointment, I felt their response to my distress was inappropriate. I have also heard from family members about their own negative experiences with this clinician. Another clinician's care fell significantly short of what I would expect. Over an extended period, I felt my health concerns were not properly investigated or taken seriously. I was prescribed medication that I did not feel addressed my underlying condition. When I eventually received a diagnosis from hospital specialists, I felt this clinician was reluctant to acknowledge the findings. The delay in proper diagnosis and treatment had serious consequences for my health, requiring surgical intervention. I felt this clinician was dismissive in subsequent interactions and did not demonstrate appropriate engagement during appointments. I cannot recommend this practice. The care I received had a lasting impact on my health and wellbeing. I raised concerns formally but felt these were not adequately addressed. I would encourage others to seek care elsewhere.
The staff members were genuinely helpful and provided clear information. I would strongly recommend this practice.
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Flawless_68 F.
I'm frustrated with my general practice as they don't appear to be following through on my specialist's recommendations. My specialist has advised that I need regular blood tests every two weeks to..
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Tony M.
Difficulty obtaining an appointment slots, and the reception staff interaction was unpleasant.
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Simone B.
The reception team's approach felt unwelcoming and unhelpful, and the practice appears to be accepting new patients without adequate resources to support them properly. It seems possible they may be..
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Kinga P.
I rarely post negative reviews, but the experience I had recently was deeply concerning and has significantly affected my confidence in this practice. I attended the surgery with my young child who..
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Grubii N.
The receptionist at the front desk was quite impolite. Staff members with this demeanor are not well-suited to working in a healthcare setting. Interactions with this person left me feeling anxious..
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God's I.
I recently contacted the GP surgery and spoke with a member of staff. During the conversation, I felt that my concerns were not adequately addressed. The staff member interrupted me several times..
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Matt M.
This practice has not met my expectations. The telephone manner could be more patient and accommodating, appointments are difficult to obtain, and the overall approach feels dismissive of patient..
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Sophia E.
I felt the healthcare professional lacked compassion during a procedure I was anxious about, and their behaviour came across as dismissive rather than supportive. This was disappointing given the..
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simon h.
Why does accessing medical services seem to become increasingly challenging? The practice advertises round-the-clock availability, yet appointments cannot actually be booked until after eight in the..
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Quinn E.
I felt frustrated that my concerns were not taken seriously during my appointment. I was disappointed that a family member felt obligated to attend with me, as though my account of my symptoms..
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Matt B.
The recent appointment booking system has proven to be problematic, as it is difficult to secure an appointment. Additionally, rather than being seen by a GP, patients are often directed to see a..
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Ali J.
The reception team frequently claims that no appointments are available, making it difficult to secure a booking. Appointments only seem to materialise when requesting to speak with management. This..
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Magnolia P.
I recently got in touch with Houghton Regis Medical Centre to ask for a sick note. The person who took my call initially provided me with a specific date for when it would be prepared. On the..
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Sapphire B.
Every interaction I have experienced at this practice has been disappointing. The appointment booking system appears to have significant limitations – obtaining an appointment proves extremely..
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dorota P.
I had a very negative experience during my visit. I arrived seeking assistance and left feeling upset and distressed. I was shocked by the manner in which I was spoken to and felt I was not treated..
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Tami Z.
The practice did not meet my expectations and I found the service to be ineffective.
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sunny r.
The reception team has a mix of staff members with varying levels of professionalism. I recently called to confirm an appointment for a family member, and the interaction felt unwelcoming. The staff..
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Kevin F.
This practice has significant issues with patient service. The reception team appears dismissive of patients' needs and seems reluctant to provide assistance. When I required help arranging..
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faiza P.
I have been unable to secure an appointment at this practice despite numerous attempts over an extended period. The telephone booking process involves lengthy wait times, and I have found it..
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Michael G.