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"Routine Mirena Coil change"

About: Sexual Health Services - South Staffordshire (Open Clinic)

(as a service user),

Contacted the service a few weeks ago and telephone appointment arranged, I wasn't sure at that point how long it would be before my coil could be changed.

Had a reminder a day or two before re the phone appointment.

I was called around 40 mins before the appointment 'time' and completed a very thorough medical history with the Doctor (Dr Rocke). I actually found this much easier on the phone that I would have face-to-face.

Due to a cancellation I was offered the appointment for that afternoon (was also advised of the expected date if I had waited), that was perfect for me, I could quickly make the arrangements to attend that afternoon.

I arrived slightly early, waited a few mins and then taken through by the healthcare support worker to complete pre-procedure checks (all explained by phone prior to attending), the checks were completed with dignity and respect.

Went in for appointment with Doctor (the clinic room was exceptionally clean), again, everything explained clearly and the chance to confirm the info taken earlier, ask any questions and sign consent.

Procedure completed, it's not the nicest thing to have done but everything explained as it was done and completed quickly without being rushed. Juliet (healthcare support worker) supported throughout and ensured I was feeling ok.

A great experience for what is not the nicest procedure to have done, thank you.

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Response from Andrew Garratt, Senior Administrator, South Staffordshire SHS & HIV Services, Inclusion nearly 2 years ago
Andrew Garratt
Senior Administrator, South Staffordshire SHS & HIV Services,
Inclusion
Submitted on 10/06/2022 at 15:17
Published on Care Opinion at 15:17


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Hi L1S4,

My name is Andrew and I am an Administrator for the Open Clinic and part of my role is to respond to Care Opinion feedback.

I would firstly like to thank you for taking the time to submit your feedback which does mean a lot to our team and is an important contribution to learning and service improvement. I have shared your story with Dr Rocke and Juliet and they will be pleased that you were happy with our service.

We are getting good feedback in relation to our telephone consultations and booked appointments, and we will endeavour to continue providing this for our patients.

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