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Grace A. one year ago • From Google

Rating

Bad

Reception staff were dismissive and unhelpful

I am writing to lodge a formal complaint regarding concerns about the reception experience during a recent visit to your practice. My family member, who was experiencing significant discomfort, had a scheduled appointment and arrived within the acceptable timeframe. However, the receptionist on duty declined to facilitate the appointment, and appeared unwilling to engage with our circumstances. Rather than offering supportive assistance, the interaction felt dismissive and unhelpful, with limited opportunity for us to express our concerns. This approach was particularly troubling given my family member's vulnerable condition at the time. When I requested to speak with a member of senior staff on multiple occasions, this request was declined, with the explanation that management were occupied with other commitments and unavailable to address our situation. This response felt dismissive and inappropriate within a healthcare setting. Subsequently, I was able to raise my concerns with a clinical staff member who was departing the premises, and they kindly offered to relay my feedback. However, it appeared that the matter was not properly escalated, and my family member did not ultimately receive the appointment with the clinician as originally scheduled. I believe this incident warrants a review of the reception team's approach to patient interactions, particularly regarding communication skills and patient-centred care. Should all reception staff conduct themselves in this manner, it could negatively impact the practice's standing. I wish to express appreciation to the clinical staff member who responded compassionately to our concerns. I would urge the practice to treat this matter with appropriate seriousness and to consider what measures might be implemented to ensure similar experiences do not occur for other patients. I await your response and details of any actions to be taken.

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