I contacted BPAS on a Friday afternoon and come Monday morning the clinic had contacted me first thing which was great as technically I didn't have to call them (missed the call but my own fault). The nurse was super nice, and I had an appointment the following day. I either got lucky with just timing for an appointment or maybe appointments are readily available, but I personally both appreciated the quickness and also didn't (totally personal, additional time would have been nice).
The services in the clinic themselves was great, it's a mixed clinic for services so it's not as if anyone really knew why I was there and my partner was able to join me in the room for everything (I know that's not always the case in some clinics and services). I had two nurses, one trainee and both were incredibly nice and friendly ... They put you at ease for sure, so that's nice. It did feel a bit awkward getting a scan with my partner behind the curtain, I felt a little exposed in that regard, would have been nice to either have him beside me or out of the room entirely if I am being honest.
The information provided was good, probably all given just a bit too much together to truely process everything from intro to scan to pills, a little break or moments pause personally would have been appreciated. I was overwhelmed for sure and missed some important information... So definitely read the information leaflet provided afterwards.
Additional aftercare options could be provided versus optional and personal choices, it would be nice to have say an option up front that signs you up to a free follow up consult, and I don't know, I think I should of said yes to the initial consult to talk options (always talk options).
I think overall the service is beyond great, I am so glad to be able to have this choice at home now and not everyone will really understand the importance of that availability. The clinic are great and they won't make you feel anything other than comfortable and safe, that's beyond important.
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About: Belfast Health & Social Care Trust / The Rose Clinic Belfast Health & Social Care Trust The Rose Clinic BT9 7AB
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