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Suzette B. one year ago • From Google

Rating

Poor

Reception staff kindness couldn't fix the appointment

I gave this surgery two stars solely because the reception staff were exceptionally kind to me following a deeply troubling appointment experience. The clinician I saw today displayed what I felt was unprofessional conduct, which prompted me to lodge a formal complaint. I have chronic joint pain that requires ongoing management, and a year ago I agreed to reduce my pain medication during a period when my symptoms improved, on the understanding that this arrangement would be documented in my medical records. Unfortunately, this was not recorded. When I recently requested that my medication be returned to its previous level due to a change in my pain levels, the clinician refused and suggested I should discontinue all pain relief, implying dependency concerns. When I questioned whether they had personal experience with chronic joint conditions, they did not respond. I felt this demonstrated insufficient consideration for my wellbeing and quality of life, which is why I made a formal complaint about the standard of care I received. I appreciate the compassion shown by the reception team, but this experience has significantly affected my confidence in attending that practice. I have since transferred to a different surgery and escalated my concerns through the appropriate regulatory channels. The interaction has left me feeling emotionally distressed and anxious about seeking medical care, even though I am experiencing considerable pain. I now approach appointments at my new practice with apprehension, worried about how my condition might be perceived.

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