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Referral for two skin lesions.

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"Referral for two skin lesions."

About: Amersham Hospital / Dermatology

(as a relative),

I am writing on behalf of my husband who wonders if the Doctors treating him are fully aware of the delays. 

GP referred him to SMH dermatology in late July

Used so called Choose and Book system but SMH could not offer any appointments.  Amersham gave him one in late September.

Excellent service running on time.

Specialist said the lesions were both cancer and would be removed on the same day, 

The specialist said the appointment would be between 6 to 8 weeks. 

Letter arrives with an appointment for January 2019, a total of 18 weeks and 24 weeks from the GP referral.

We were both surprised and disappointed.

Whenever cancer is involved patients feel anxious as we are sure you know.

We are also concerned that the doctors involved appear unaware of the longer waits.

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Response from Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust 5 years ago
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Submitted on 11/10/2018 at 16:13
Published on Care Opinion on 12/10/2018 at 10:11

Dear enquirer

Thanks you for comments and for taking the time to write of your experience in relation to your husband's appointment following a consultation in the Dermatology department in Amersham Hospital.

I am so sorry to read that your husband has been referred to have the lesions removed in 6 to 8 weeks and the appointment has been arranged for January 2019.

If you are happy to share more detail about your specific experience with us, please contact our dedicated Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) on 01296 316042 or email pals@buckshealthcare.nhs.uk.

I hope this is convenient.

Kind regards

Patient Advice & Liaison Service (BHT)

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