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About: Knebworth & Marymead Medical Practice

Total Triage means it's impossible as an unpaid relative carer for an elderly Mum who is registered at this practice to contact or have any helpful communication with this practice. It's just as difficult getting appointments with Knebworth. You can only complete a form 1st thing in the morning when I'm unavailable or phone and your held in a queue of 15 on average. Then may get called back. Have to remain near a phone all day and the next. Being a busy caree who juggles responsibilities it's impossible. She can't complete the online form or links from a simple mobile phone. She has undiagnosed dementia. She hasn't had a face to face appointment with a GP for the last year. Just telephone appointments with advanced practicioners who she thought were GPs . She's been wrongly diagnosed, given medicine by the out of hours service that is unsuitable because of other conditions she has. Referred to Hospital without an examination first. Appointments organised at the Hospital we find difficult to attend, when there is a more easily accessible one locally. letters sent straight to her, when she doesn't read them or loses them. She's not able to remember phone calls, she's not good at explaining symptoms on the phone.

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Response from Knebworth & Marymead Medical Practice 6 months ago
Knebworth & Marymead Medical Practice
Submitted on 10/10/2024 at 15:47
Published on nhs.uk at 15:47


Dear Patient,

Thank you for your feedback, and I’m sorry to hear about the challenges you’ve faced in caring for your mother. We understand that our total triage system can be difficult, especially for carers managing the health of elderly relatives with complex needs.

Our triage system is designed to prioritise care based on clinical need, but we recognise that it can be challenging for those who are unable to complete forms or remain available for callbacks. In situations like yours, we encourage you to reach out to us via our online service or ask a member of staff for alternative ways to communicate, so we can ensure the right care is provided.

I apologise for the difficulties you’ve experienced, and we will review how we can better support carers and patients with similar needs. If you need further assistance, please let us know through our online channels or by visiting the practice in person.

Best regards,

MS

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