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I have to book appointments with my GP a week in advance unless it's urgent. Last time I visited I was told to get a blood test, I had to book that a week in a

• d0 13y ago
  At the UCC in our local hospital, we get same-day blood work and imaging done and a call back from a doctor when the results come back in. Screw the GP's week lead time. It's about time we stopped funding their mismanagement if you ask me. (Disclaimer: I spent a lot of time in my life working at GP's as well and they are inefficient and incompetent as a rule to say the least).
• rahimnathwani 13y ago
  When I was a child, my GP (in South London) didn't have an appointment system. You just showed up, took a number from the hook, and waited until your number was called. You would always be seen the same day if you showed up before closing time. When I went to university (in another town) I registered with the GP surgery recommended by the college. When I had occasion to use their services, I was _shocked_ to discover that (i) I had to make an appointment and (ii) I would have to wait a week to get one. I was recommended to see the college nurse (who, if I recall correctly, was unable to prescribe medication). I ended up going back to my parents' home in London for almost a week. I got better, but it would have been quicker and less disruptive if I could have just seen a doctor and got some medicine soon after I became sick.