Chadwick Practice
Michael O. 5 years ago • From Google
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Registration appointment called twenty minutes early
I wanted to register at this service after relocating to the area. I completed the registration forms (for the second time) and was informed that a telephone appointment would be necessary to complete the process. The only available slot offered was in the early afternoon on a particular date. I was told that I would need to answer the call at that specific time or registration would not be possible. When I mentioned that I work in education and asked if alternative times were available, I was informed there were none. I confirmed the appointment time and added it to my calendar, arranging for a colleague to cover part of my work commitments. I arranged cover from slightly before the scheduled time to allow myself to reach a quiet space and wait for the call. However, I received two calls approximately twenty minutes before the agreed time. Expecting a follow-up call at the confirmed time, none came. Unable to return the calls as they came from a private number, I attempted to ring back multiple times during and after the appointment window, only to receive a message stating the line was busy, with no option to queue. I visited the practice about an hour later to explain what had happened. The receptionist informed me that the clinician could apparently call "around" the appointment time, which I had never been told beforehand. This was frustrating, as I would not have accepted the appointment under those terms. I explained my work situation and was told the clinician would contact me again. I later found a voicemail asking me to ring back. When I called, I was placed in a queue for a considerable time before being told the clinician had finished for the day and would not be calling. After being assured I would receive a call, I had spent a lengthy period waiting only to be informed this would not happen. I expressed my dissatisfaction, noting that calling significantly before an appointment time is inappropriate, and indicated I would be leaving feedback about my experience. I acknowledged that the receptionist was not responsible for the situation. I am now unable to register with this practice due to circumstances beyond my control. I remain respectful of the NHS and its staff, but I feel I have been prevented from registering due to missing a call that was made at an unconfirmed time, without prior notice that this could occur. The situation has been frustrating.
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Diane D.
Unable to obtain a telephone appointment despite multiple attempts to book one. Repeatedly advised to call back at different times. Considering switching to a different practice as a result.
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Sylvia T.
Registered with this practice several months ago. I find the service to be excellent. The clinical staff and reception team are considerate, friendly and very supportive, as well as being easy to..
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Susan L.
Attempted to call at the designated morning time to book an appointment on the same day, but was unable to reach the practice as the phone line was not responding.
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Sarah m.
I have been a patient at this practice for many years and consider them to be excellent. The team demonstrates genuine commitment to supporting all of their patients. There can be occasional waiting..
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myspace l.
A capable practice with pleasant and knowledgeable staff, though accessing appointments has become increasingly challenging. The telephone booking system involves lengthy waiting times in queues,..
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Jean B.
I transferred to this practice after many years at another location. The staff have been very helpful and responsive to my inquiries. Although I haven't yet needed to see a clinician, I have..
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Harry F.
Extremely poor telephone accessibility. I attempted numerous times over several minutes to reach the practice to cancel an appointment, only to encounter continuous busy signals. After finally..
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Angela A.
My family and I registered with this practice around two months ago. The experience has been remarkably different from our previous healthcare provider. I was impressed by how promptly calls are..
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Andrew H.
Unsatisfactory experience. It required numerous phone attempts starting at 7.59 until 8.15 before successfully connecting. Once through, I requested to see a doctor. Instead, I was offered an..
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joe c.
I recently accompanied my partner to the surgery for an appointment and the experience was disappointing.
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Liam L.
I waited in a queue for an extended period only to be informed that no appointments were available that day, which I found frustrating.
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Karen C.
I have consistently had no difficulty obtaining appointments with clinical staff members. The reception team has always been pleasant and welcoming. I have been a patient at this practice for..
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Veronica N.
I would like to praise this practice for the excellent organisation of the vaccination clinic today. All patients were attended to promptly and the entire team demonstrated helpfulness throughout...
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Jenny H.
I rang the surgery this morning because I had run out of one of my regular medications and needed to arrange a refill. I was told that a review would be required before I could obtain more. I..
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tag_n_lelo t.
The telephone lines during the early morning hours appear to be consistently busy, with calls either not connecting properly or resulting in engaged tones. When contact is eventually made,..
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Claire F.
I had a very difficult experience at this practice and felt it was necessary to change surgeries. I did not feel supported during my appointments and found the interaction unhelpful. The other staff..
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Jeanette T.
I've been unable to secure appointments despite making numerous attempts to contact the practice from early morning, and after waiting in line was informed that no slots were available and directed..
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Christopher V.
Unable to reach the practice by telephone, and when contact is made, the conversation feels confrontational. There was a significant wait at reception during a busy Monday morning, with what..
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mc n.
The practice provided excellent care before the pandemic and there were no complaints at that time. Since then, accessing appointments has become significantly more difficult. Appointments now..
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James M.