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"Worst experience I ever had "

About: Wootton Medical Centre

Registered with this surgery 4 months ago with my husband. We both have medical conditions. We’ve never been able to see gp and discuss our health issues. I asked for appointment and always been referred to a&e when we got to a&e they told us this should be dealt with by gp. The staff on reception is extremely negative, not willing to understand, have always excuses as to why there is no appointment. Today I’ve been told there are thousands of patients registered with surgery at Wootton Medical Centre in Northampton, hence reason why they are unable to accommodate appointment. My husband is diabetic and since we move here his condition has worsened. When contacted the gp they said go to a&e. When we phoned 111 they said my husband may be seen by specialist. We I called gp once again we been advised someone will call. After couple of hours diabetic nurse doubled his medication. After 10 days of taking double dose he was not feeling better. We called again. The receptionist put us on hold to discuss the situation with diabetic nurse. Once she came back, she said that he has been prescribed same prescription but increased for third time without being seen by doctor. We refused and asked for appointment. Although we tried to explain how my husband suffered and his condition kept declining he was given 2 weeks to see gp. Now we’re waiting, however looking for gp which cares and actually helps patients instead of letting the receptionists treating us like we’re asking for something we’re are not entitled to. I warn you do not register with this surgery ever!!!

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Response from Wootton Medical Centre 3 weeks ago
Wootton Medical Centre
Submitted on 16/05/2024 at 13:06
Published on nhs.uk at 13:06


Dear Patient. Thank you for your comment, and I am sorry to hear of your concerns regarding the service from the Practice. Please be assured that we take all patient complaints very seriously. I am very sorry that the service you experienced fell short of the model we strive to deliver to our patients. Please accept our apologies for the distress this has caused. I would like to clarify our position at the Practice. Our Practice is currently offering the maximum number of appointments that we can safely provide our patients. There will always be a limit of appointments that any Practice is able to provide for their patients in accordance with available resources of time, rooms, personnel, and often demand for our services exceeds the capacity and resources that we have. We do understand that the needs of our patients and we would like to reassure you that patient care is paramount. I note your comments concerning the reception team, and we will investigate this internally, and any learning points will be shared at their team briefings and annual appraisals.

Unfortunately, I am unable to investigate your complaint as you have not provided your details. To help us resolve your concerns, please kindly contact the Practice directly and we will be happy to look into this further. Thank you Lisa Marotta Practice Manager

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