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About: The Swan Medical Centre

Whenever I need to get a repeat prescription, I always have to explain why and using the on-line service is very disappointing. I need to have medication but I will run out over the Christmas. Trying to explain this over online is so difficult and very frustrating. It upset me and I was stressed. They don't want me to over-medicate, as if I would. I know it is difficult with the pandemic but my daughters get through straightaway and get the care they need. Is it because I am old or what? I now have to ring up again tomorrow to find out if I can have medication. I sometimes feel I am blacklisted and feel I am not welcomed as a patient. I had to wait over twenty minutes and it cost me £15 on my mobile. Some of the staff are helpful but some are quite off-hand. I booked to see the nurse for a flu jab and right at the last minute, it was cancelled. I booked again only to find out they booked it a week later and I had a wasted journey. I clearly had the time and date on the phone, but it made no difference and the receptionist was quite off hand with me. I really have to pick my words when speaking and this shouldn't be like this. I complained to the doctor when I finally got a response who said they would find out who it was. I heard nothing. What has happened to the Swan Medical Centre? It used to be lovely and welcoming but it has sadly changed now. Come on Swan Medical we know it is difficult for all of us and you have a lot to deal with, but we miss the atmosphere of positivity and care.

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Response from The Swan Medical Centre 3 years ago
The Swan Medical Centre
Submitted on 18/12/2020 at 10:06
Published on nhs.uk at 15:01


I would like to sincerely apologise for any upset caused.

The system has been put in place for patients who wish to contact the surgery via online requesting.

Any information requested online is used to complete a patient triage form which is then saved in to the patient’s electronic records.

However we recognise that some patients are unable to do so and would prefer to speak to the reception team who are available to assist patients via the telephone.

We welcome all communication from patients and do not wish any patients to feel that they are not welcome to contact the surgery directly.

I fully understand that we are in unprecedented times and as a practice we endeavour to assist all patients with the utmost respect, dignity and care.

I have discussed your concerns with staff members and would like to reassure you any communication from patients will be dealt with promptly.

In regard to the phones we have noticed a spike in the number of calls recently but we as always endeavour to answer each phone call as quickly as possible.

I would like to apologise for any upset caused and I would be more than happy to discuss any further concerns you may have.

Thank you

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