I checked with my practice to see if my appointment for a barium swallow had been confirmed. I was told ''No". I was asked to take the form (in person) to the Homerton hospital to make the appointment. When I got to the hospital I was told they could not deal with my request as the form was not signed by a clinician and no clinical information had been provided. 10 minutes later it transpired that my appointment had been made. I, an 83 yrs old man, Type 1 diabetic with AF, had been sent on a totally unnecessary journey in temperatures of 26C. It was, I was assured 'normal practice'
"Totally unnecessary journey"
About: Homerton University Hospital / Gastroenterology Homerton University Hospital Gastroenterology E9 6SR The Lawson Practice The Lawson Practice London N1 5HZ https://www.lawsonpractice.nhs.uk/
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