MH

Mehadi H. 2 years ago • From Google

Rating

Bad

Waiting room delays persist regardless of arrival time

I have been attending this practice for many years, and consistently experience lengthy waits in the waiting area. Whether the clinic appears busy or quiet, I invariably find myself waiting at least half an hour before being called through. Following a recent visit where I waited considerably longer than usual, I decided to request a rescheduled appointment. I had arrived ahead of my scheduled time, yet the delay persisted. Upon speaking with reception staff about changing my appointment, I was subsequently informed that alternative slots were unavailable as the clinician I needed to see was not holding a clinic that day, and no other clinician could accommodate me instead. This situation resulted in a significant loss of my time, left me without a future appointment, and caused me to be late for an important personal commitment. I find the overall efficiency of the service frustrating given the resources available to the NHS.

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