After rushing from work to arrive early for my appointment, I was greeted by a hand written letter informing me that the medical staff was ill and had gone home!
Highly unprofessional- the only thing more frustrating was the rude manners of the other staff who had decided to close down early and hence I was not able to reschedule. Complete lack of customer service.
I am writing about 235/251-285 New South Head Road which the address of the Edgecliff Medical Centre.
Yesterday I felt so feverish, and ill that I needed any help ASAP.
I made an effort and arrived to the center about half an hour before closing on 8th October 2011. After asking for an appointment they advised that the doctor is busy and they are are already closing. I told them that my health is deteriorating and I need just a prescription and what can I do? The receptionist did not even bother to listen, and kept responding in a very cold and monotonous manner that they do not take anyone. Unfortunately, this is the case sometimes at this center that the staff is not compassionate, not willing to help you at all.
I visited this center only 3-4 times and nearly always the staff demonstrates indifference, they are tense and careless.
The most upsetting thing that next day (which is today) my health was even worth. I called them today and ask them about appointment saying that my health is getting worse. The first thing I was told (by the same staff): " We have only private doctors today only and its $70." Again no compassion, no advice where else I can go, what are my options.
I had to get up and search for a Doctor in the neighboring suburbs. It took me sometime. As result I am tired that distressed, and will definitively remember the attitude of the Edgecliff medical center staff.
always receive good treatment and professional advice. nice and hand to work - but would be worth the trek if you 're not a local. doctors are very good, and still bulk bill if you are looking for that.