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Michelle P. 3 years ago • From Google

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Reception staff talked over me and weren't listening

I can only agree with the other reviews regarding the reception staff. They come across as quite dismissive and frequently interrupt you mid-sentence. I submitted a prescription request via email following the correct procedure, but some items were not included. When I called to query this, I was informed it would be processed urgently and would be ready for collection after 5pm that same Friday afternoon, according to what the receptionist told me. I attended to pick it up only to find it hadn't been prepared, which meant I was in discomfort throughout the weekend. When I rang back on Monday, I was essentially told that such a conversation wouldn't have taken place, which felt like my account was being dismissed. The staff member then questioned why I was even contacting them, stating they don't handle that matter. I attempted to explain that it was the receptionist on Friday who had offered to expedite it and confirmed it would be available after 5pm. Throughout this conversation, I was talked over repeatedly and the staff member showed little interest in hearing my explanation. It seems problematic to provide inaccurate information, particularly as I made the effort to visit the pharmacy after being told on Friday it would be there, and again on Monday. The prescription had already been incorrect the first time around. It would help if the reception team listened more carefully to patients and communicated with greater courtesy. I wouldn't have made multiple calls to the pharmacy without good reason.

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