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Dr Deirdre Maguire 2019-07-11 Person 1 5 0

The very first time I met Doctor Maguire I was utterly, completely shocked at the entire lack of her bedside manner, understanding, listening abilities, how much she clearly didn’t want to help and most importantly, how quick she was to judge me especially after not allowing me to talk. After upsetting me to the point of leaving me in tears she smirked and walked out of the room with a disgusting smug look on her face. May I again point out that this was only the first time that I had the displeasure of meeting her. Between now and then I have often spoken to staff about her mannerisms, unsurprisingly none of them were shocked and (I won’t write the exact words as I don’t want this to not be published because of my language) also some mentioned their personal opinions of the woman and how she treats them as staff so I was not to expect anything else. Some more professional members of staff raised their eyebrows, widened their eyes and quickly changed the subject. I managed to stay away from seeing her as a doctor for a few weeks but as she changed rolls (rotation consultancy and her being an admissions “consultant” for a while) I saw her a few more times. Unfortunately each time was worse. It was literally her way or the highway or even worse if she didn’t know the answer she would refer to the psychs. Even after speaking to them if she didn’t like their outcome then she’d ask for a second opinion. This has happened several times to me and have seen it happen to other patients. She isn’t quiet when talking and giving her opinion to nurses and other doctors and definitely doesn’t sugar coat anything. Which can be and was very upsetting to overhear especially as when I confronted her; she couldn’t have cared less. I wish she wasn't involved in any of my care and in my opinion she isn’t educated enough to remain on her high horse making hurtful comments. My advice? Ask for a second opinion and DO NOT be afraid to speak your mind. Good luck, you’ll need it.