Another pleasant surprise

Today I thought I’m going to try using this excellent system this new practice has in place and see if I can get some more help to move forward as I’ve been feeling pretty rough for about a week now.

I send an online email via their system that lets you contact either doc or reception and explained that as I’m waiting to see a private neuro I actually need some blood updates done which would be helpful as I’m struggling to get a clinic to draw private bloods because of lockdown tier 4.

Within an hour the gp called me ,there were a couple that he said he couldn’t do on nhs as they required a referral on a certain form from a consultant but he was happy to arrange the others I needed so we agreed FBC ferritin and cholesterol and bone health.I then called reception and arranged an appointment with nurse for next week.

I find this particular gps manner very abrupt and have difficulty communicating with him,I’m not sure he’s aware of how he comes across but the important thing is I got what I needed mostly,wouldn’t it be great if all gps had this ability to communicate with someone without pleading for an appointment that’s not needed.The reception team need a huge Pat on the back for forwarding this stuff too,all done and dusted within an hour I’m impressed.

I’ve roasted my turkey and beef and it smells like heaven in here and I’m hoping everyone has a fabulous stress free Xmas as best we all can just now.You are all so lovely take care xx

[Cherylclaire Forum Support]

So glad that you are making progress at the new practice (despite GP struggling with his people-skills). Enjoy your Christmas, Hidden !

[Hidden in reply to Cherylclaire]

Thanks Cheryl.You too xx

[Nackapan]

Good you had your request done. Yes an odd Christmas . All plans cancelled like everyone else in tier 4.

Just wish everyone had to do the same as more fair and less confusing.

I am taking a dinner to my mum though.

Happy Christmas to you

[Hidden in reply to Nackapan]

Wish your mum a merry Xmas from me Nackapan xx xx

[Narwhal10]

Great news Thrones. Xx

[FlipperTD]

Isn't it nice when stuff just works?!

Old, retired scientist's advice re blood tests: Whatever it's for, it's usually better if the sample is taken in the morning. That way it's less likely to hang around before testing. Likewise, it's better taken early on in the week, for the same reason.

[Samples aren't like wine. they don't improve on storage.]

Plus, if you can, fasting samples are better even if it's not specified for the test then you can enjoy your breakfast!

Merry Christmas.

[Hidden in reply to FlipperTD]

Hi Flipper as always thank you for the advice.when my professor consulted his colleague the neuro professor she advised that I should have b1 and copper and of course b12 checked first then Nerve conduction studies done and she then recommended a choice of two neuros she said were excellent.I told the gp that I needed these tests done as it would be good to have the results before neuro consultation and these were the ones he refused he said only a consultant can request these and it’s not on his system,he also refused a vit d check,is this correct info or is he swinging the lead.? I do always try and do fasting tests ,only once I didn’t as they said not to because it was a 4-30pm blood draw and I regretted it so I now request am blood tests.next one Is Thursday at 8.30am.A Very Merry Xmas to you and your family too.ty again x

[Ghound]

Well done & have a Merry Christmas !

[Hidden in reply to Ghound]

Ty Ghound and a Very Merry Christmas to you too.xx