Yardley Wood Health Centre

You can not see a doctor face to face, you have to get through the receptionist, who think they are doctors. On the odd occasion when you do get to see a doctor they are more concerned with the paint work on the wall so an elderly lady can't even rest her walking stick,or your practically called a liar or questioned why you've accompanied your elderly frightened mother. Who for months has been scared to phone for help.

Very difficult. Difficult to get through on telephone. Difficult to book appt online. Lack of care really in general. You can be told you are 4th in the telephone queue but still takes 25mins to speak to reception. Feeling of lack of concern in whole practice.

Cannot see doctor but make you see a paramedic instead. What does a paramedic know about minor complaints ie. Rheumatism, arthritis, skin complaints.

Bad experience today. Rang to make an appointment with the nurse. Held on the phone for a total of 45 minutes, was cut off twice before I finally managed to get through. On line system had been suspended. I understand why they have had to make changes to the appointments system, it may be helping them but it's certainly not making things any easier for patients.

I cannot believe you cannot phone for g p appointment no more. What about disabled and elderly who cannot do it.. I've tried for days to get appointment total joke

Communication with and from the practice is poor and difficult, and doesn't seem to be patient-centered. Medication on my repeat list has changed without consultation or notification or explanation, and requests for explanation have not been answered. While phone appointments are flexible and helpful, they are not made for specific times which is not at all helpful for people with work/child responsibilities. Even 30 min time slots would be an improvement. Medication has been changed against NICE guidance for diabetes management (that suggests treatment decisions should be made WITH the patient, and take account of patient requests).

Always very friendly on the phone, usually can get an appointment same day if I ring in time. GP's and nurses always helpful.

Can't get a appointment , lack of care and understanding

However busy the Receptionists are courteous even when the question has an unsatisfactory outcome, which cannot be levelled at any of the practice staff as not in their jurisdiction. The Doctors are most patient and understanding during telephone contacts.

Very helpful professional always available to listen, call back when they say. Lots of information available for other local services. A very clean surgery, fill patients with confidence and are also empathic when dealing with difficult situations