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I wasn't offered any choice of hospital

Posted By Smaller640

"I wasn't offered any choice of hospital"

About: Telford referral and quality service (TRAQS)

(as the patient),

I was referred by my doctor to a gastrointestinal consultant. I was told by my GP I would have a choice for my consultation.

However, TRAQS offered me only one choice.

When I enquired about alternatives I was told that the only appointments were so far in the future as to be non-viable. So really I cannot exert 'Patient Choice'.

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Response from Sharon Clennell, NHS Telford and Wrekin CCG – TRAQS Operations Manager, TRAQS, NHS Telford and Wrekin CCG 11 years ago
Sharon Clennell
NHS Telford and Wrekin CCG – TRAQS Operations Manager, TRAQS,
NHS Telford and Wrekin CCG

TRAQS manager

Submitted on 19/11/2012 at 12:52
Published on Care Opinion at 21:38

Many thanks for your feedback. I must apologise on TRAQS behalf that you feel that you could not exert patient choice.

Unfortunately the TRAQS call handlers can only offer you what appointments are available to you at the time of booking your appointment, it is your choice if you would like to wait longer and be seen at a particular hospital. You should have been offered more than one choice of hospital.

I apologise profusely for that, if you would like to contact me on (01952) 580364 I will be happy to discuss with you alternative providers and their waiting times should you require any assistance.

kind regards,

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