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About: Knebworth & Marymead Medical Practice

Did an online prescription request for folic acid as high risk pregnant. I gave 10 days notice, more than the practice needed. I was on honeymoon when nurse called about my asthma. I asked about my folic acid and she said it was ready. Upon collecting it I was told the Dr's have nit done it. I called and spoke to unhelpful receptionist who said she cannot help, I'm to call back or do triage. I asked if she was able to speak to Dr ir do triage on my behalf as I was stressed and high risk abd due at hospital - I was told no. I said the phone message Sat's they can do it on our behalf and I was met with no! I then contacted 111 who sorted it. I then did triage form as it was originally closed after 15 mins of opening Monday morning. I was not rude but factual in my request saying what I had encountered- providing dates and a true description. I then received a text saying they've sorted my prescription and I got a reminder not to be rude as they're doing their best. Apologies but in my eyes you are not, your systems do not work and you left a high risk pregnant woman unsupported and caused additional stress. I followed policy but staff misadvised me, lied on the phone and subsequently I have the right to ask for needed medication. Please think about your messages to high risk people. You are supposed to provide a service and did not do that.

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Response from Knebworth & Marymead Medical Practice 12 months ago
Knebworth & Marymead Medical Practice
Submitted on 26/09/2024 at 08:51
Published on nhs.uk at 08:51


Dear Patient,

Thank you for your feedback, and I’m truly sorry to hear about your experience. I completely understand how stressful this must have been for you.

It is concerning to hear that there was confusion around your prescription and the way the situation was handled. You should have been given the correct advice and I sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and stress this caused you. We are reviewing the situation to ensure this does not happen again.

We appreciate your patience, and I want to assure you that we are working on improving our systems and communication to provide better support to patients, especially in high-risk situations.

Thank you again for raising this with us.

Best regards,

MS

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