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Sash L. 4 months ago • From Google

Rating

Bad

Repeated prescription delays caused unnecessary stress

I am writing this review regarding a medical practice in the East of England, based on my mother's experience since transferring from her previous GP. Unfortunately, this transfer has turned out to be a serious mistake. My mother is a patient with a chronic health condition requiring regular medication and does not speak English fluently. Since joining this surgery, she has repeatedly experienced delays with her repeat prescriptions, sometimes occurring monthly. For someone managing her condition, timely medication is essential rather than optional. These repeated delays have caused unnecessary stress and concern about her health. In addition to the medication issues, the attitude and behaviour of certain staff members have been deeply upsetting. On more than one occasion, she has felt dismissed, spoken to harshly, and made to feel unwelcome. There were comments that she found hurtful and which she perceived as discriminatory. No patient — especially an elderly one — should ever be spoken to in such a manner. She has also been requesting a referral to a specialist clinic for a considerable time, yet this request has been ignored or delayed without clear explanation. We feel strongly that she has not been treated with the respect, dignity, or equality that every patient deserves. Language barriers should be met with patience and support, not frustration or disrespect. Healthcare providers have a duty of care, especially toward vulnerable and elderly patients. I sincerely hope the management of this practice reviews its internal procedures, staff conduct, and approach to patient care. No family should have to worry regularly whether essential medication will be delayed or whether their loved one will be treated unfairly due to communication difficulties or background. This experience has been distressing and deeply disappointing.

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