Uk v other countries treatment
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I'm so interested between posts saying my gyno says this or that and you seem to visit the same one with us in the uk I'm finding it a hit or miss to who I see when or if anyone available to see me ? Any input please ?
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becky221 cazjaz16
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MrsDJB cazjaz16
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In my experience it comes down to paying versus state funded. When you pay there is definately a better continuity of care - not necessarily better care though.
Im not one for complaining about the NHS (think it does a great job in difficult circumstances) but invariably you are allocated to one Consultant but generally see one of their team. You might see the Consultant initially but then unless there is a specific issue you just see one of the team (and not the same one) each time.
I pay and as a result I see my Gynae Consultant for every appointment - he knows me, my history & I trust him. I'm recovering from major gynae surgery at the moment & I think I have struggled trusting someone I didn't know with invasive surgery.
Its an expensive way to do it though - and appreciate that I'm fortunate it's an option to me & isn't an option all have. Xx
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becky221 cazjaz16
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MrsDJB cazjaz16
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i completely agree about the benefits of continuity of care and availability too. ( I can talk to my Gynae when I need to - not wait for an appointment).
I was able to do some research and then choose who I wanted to see. Women's Health is often pretty invasive isn't it - it's definately helped having someone I trust throughout.
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MrsDJB cazjaz16
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I do think NHS care can be good too though. I had an emergency admission to my local NHS Women's Health unit earlier this year and had no complaints about the care I received - the facilities and food were not good but the nursing & clinical care was. I didn't bother transferring to my Gynae as I thought it would only be an overnight stay.
Whilst i pay for "Women's Health" care I elect to use NHS for Dermatology - have always had great care (and see the same Consultant Dermatologist each time too).
I hope you get good care.