Disappointed - not what I expected
Over a week ago I phoned to make an appointment for a medication review. As it is the 12 month one I assume I need a blood test. Asked to book one - told no appointments. I said that wasn't very satisfactory as it could delay my repeat prescription. The receptionist offered a medication review a week later when she said I would be able to discuss a blood test with the GP. Waited till mid afternoon on the appointed day only to be phoned by the pharmacist. She could not help because I need my medication adjusted. Appointment now booked for a 2 days time. So it will be 12 days from first contact, then the weekend and another 2 days before I can get a new prescription for tablets I need to take each day assuming that I don't need a blood test before a new prescription. So this brings me to a phone appointment with the doctor 11 days after my initial request. I have not required more than 3 appointments for the whole year. Others I know get appointments all the time with ease. I have been with this practice over 50 years!