Whitby Group Practice
TP
The P. 8 years ago • From Google
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Walk In Clinic Not Fit for Purpose. This is not a criticism of the medical centre or its staff, merely an observation about the operational approach which appears to have been determined by management decisions. A community would reasonably expect a more effective system. If all morning walk-in slots become fully booked before 9am, this essentially functions as an appointment system under a different name. The practical difference is that patients must attend in person to secure a slot, return home, and then come back later that same morning for their allocated time. Could this process not be managed through telephone booking instead? As someone who experiences challenges with morning availability, I find the current arrangement difficult to work with and at times impractical, making the walk-in option largely inaccessible for my needs. Additionally, when seeking to book with a regular healthcare provider, the typical waiting period extends to around 10 days. This does not represent particularly responsive service provision. The system functions as an appointment booking process each morning rather than a genuine walk-in clinic. If this is the intended model, it would be worth reconsidering whether the previous approach might be more suitable.
Lee J.