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Appointment waiting time

Posted By Dori80

"Appointment waiting time"

About: University Hospital Hairmyres / General Medicine (Wards 9-12)

(as the patient),

I was referred to endocrinology and had blood tests done. I have since received a letter advising me that my blood results are not normal and will be retested at my appointment at the clinic. I phoned the patient referral service who advised me that I will need to wait 30 weeks to see a consultant to discuss my results. However, if I get my GP to send a letter to the endocrinologist, they might see me sooner! 

What’s the point in doing tests then waiting 30 weeks for the results? I am also waiting to go for IVF (private not NHS) so I can’t wait that long for my results. I feel absolutely disgusted! 

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Response from Margaret Meek, Director of Hospital Services, University Hospital Hairmyres, NHS Lanarkshire 5 years ago
Margaret Meek
Director of Hospital Services, University Hospital Hairmyres,
NHS Lanarkshire

Submitted on 11/05/2018 at 14:21
Published on Care Opinion at 16:10

Dear Dori80,

Thank you for posting your concern, I am sorry to read that you are unhappy and can understand your frustration, in order for me to investigate your case further I would be obliged if you would call me on 01355 585663.

many thanks

Margaret

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