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Poppy M. 7 months ago • From Google

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Staff don't listen to what patients say

I have found my experience at this practice to be deeply frustrating. The doctors are rarely available, with most appointments involving nursing staff instead. I feel that my concerns are not being properly heard, and the standard response seems to be referral to accident and emergency regardless of the presenting issue. I worry this places unnecessary pressure on emergency services. The reception staff also appear dismissive and unhelpful when I have tried to discuss my needs. While I generally consider myself a patient and reasonable person, I have become increasingly dissatisfied with the level of care and attention I receive here. I believe that simple improvements in listening to patients and exploring alternative solutions before emergency referrals could make a significant difference. For someone with anxiety concerns, being directed to accident and emergency actually worsens my situation rather than helping it. I would urge the practice to reconsider their approach and invest more effort in understanding individual patient needs. As a result of my experience, I am planning to register with a different practice that I hope will provide more direct doctor involvement and better patient-centred care.

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