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"Consultant not seen"

About: Salisbury District Hospital / Maternity care

After choosing Salisbury hospital which is some distance from our home, only because of a certain consultant, we are disappointed to not have seen them since very early pregnancy.

Now in the latter stages of pregnancy which is classed as high risk, and it would have been reassuring to see them sometimes rather than one of the juniors.

We don't feel particularly reassured after our regular visits, even though we ask questions, and are still unclear of any potential issues that my risks may cause.

They just always seem so busy and a bit rushed.

Thank fully my local midwife is very supportive but reminds us that of course ultimately they can not make any decisions.

Feeling slightly disappointed overall.

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Response from Salisbury District Hospital 6 years ago
Salisbury District Hospital
Submitted on 09/11/2017 at 14:16
Published on nhs.uk at 16:32


We are sorry that you have not been able to see the clinician you were expecting to see and that is increasing the uncertainty you are feeling.

We will do our best to ensure you get the right level of care and support through the rest of your pregnancy. Please can you ring our patient liaison midwife on 01722 425172 so that we can go through the issues with you and agree a way forward for the rest of your pregnancy.

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