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Written by a patient
23rd August 2016


I had an appointment with the doctor and it is the second time I have had an appointment with him. I actually had a pleasant experience with him the first time as it was something easy, but this time on an unrelated issue, the experience was completely different. He asked me what I wanted to discuss, and did not make me feel comfortable, therefore I became nervous to tell him everything. It was not a nice experience as it was the first time I was telling a doctor about my problem. I had been away for a year overseas, therefore hadn't brought myself to see a doctor about my stomach problems. These type of problems are not the most pleasant to explain at the best of times. He was very blunt and dismissive, and much like other people's cases I've heard about with other doctors, he just wanted to pass it off as IBS. He gave me little explanation or advice. He also asked me 'what do you think the problem is?', however if you go to the doctor, it is for them to give you that answer, otherwise you wouldn't be seeing the doctor. I even tried to explain another problem I was having with a separate issue, which he didn't seem interested in or even give me any time to explain. His words were 'is there anything else?', in a condescending tone. He told me to book a separate appointment to talk about the other issue, however for all I know they could be related. After this he more or less shoved papers in my hand and wanted me out the door, bearing in mind, he was already 20 minutes late for my appointment. I was very upset and felt even worse for talking to a doctor about my problem, this should not be the case. Doctors should be there to make you feel comfortable, advise you and reassure you. I don't recommend this doctor if you are feeling sensitive about an issue you wish to discuss with him, however if it's something fairly obvious or routine he could be appropriate.

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