Care Opinion

Waiting list

Posted By caringcg47

"Waiting list"

About: General practices in Fife Victoria Hospital / Neurology

(as a service user),

I have been back and forward to my GP for many, many months.

I have been given several different possible diagnoses then one or two of them have been withdrawn. I have also been sent for numerous tests which all come back clear. I am extremely frustrated with the lack of care as my health is now having a big impact on my daily life. Nothing gets followed up unless I push for further help.

Recently I had to attend the after hours to get my Obs checked. I was told all was clear however when I returned to see the nurse at my local surgery the following day they told me blood have been detected in a urine test. I was not told this at the time of the test.

As my GP appears to have no idea where to go next I have now been referred to Neurology as I have never been referred before. I was told this is a long wait for an appointment............here I go again!!

Although I do not want a 'label' I know my body.

Can you tell me how long I am likely to wait for an appointment please?

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Response from Shirley-Anne Savage, Associate Director of Quality & Clinical Governance, Medical Directorate, NHS Fife nearly 2 years ago
Shirley-Anne Savage
Associate Director of Quality & Clinical Governance, Medical Directorate,
NHS Fife

Submitted on 20/10/2022 at 17:44
Published on Care Opinion on 21/10/2022 at 08:54

Hi there

The waiting time will depend on whether your GP has referred you urgently or not. Would you be able to contact me on 01383 623623 ext 22371 to provide your details so that I can look into it for you.

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Response from Siobhan Mcilroy, Head Patient Experience, Corporate Services, NHS Fife nearly 2 years ago
Siobhan Mcilroy
Head Patient Experience, Corporate Services,
NHS Fife

Submitted on 21/10/2022 at 10:07
Published on Care Opinion at 10:07

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Dear caringcg47

Thank you for taking team to comment on Care Opinion, NHS Fife welcomes all feedback. My name is Siobhan McIlroy and I am the Head of Patient Experience.

I can see that you are going through a very frustrating time, this must be difficult for you. Hopefully Shirley-Anne will be able to let you know the waiting times for a Neurology appointment, once you have contacted her.

Take care and best wishes, Siobhan

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