Hi all, haven't posted for a while but just wanted to join this thread. We had an amazing lady GP when we lived in Croydon - she was very interested in women's health and just had a fantastic manner so was the one that everyone wanted to see. She understood my health anxiety and was so supportive over the years. As a result, when we were moving down to Kent six years ago I was naturally apprehensive but I really shouldn't have worried. We've got quite a large practice in our village, but the GPs are lovely - my GP is a gem and his registrar is just as good. The nurses do all the usual blood tests, smears etc. there, we've got a dispensary and even a dermatology clinic. I have to say that we've never had a problem getting an appointment there, and they've also listened to patient concerns so consequently on two days a week they open early - first appointment at 7.30am - and stay open until 7pm. When I hear about the problems a lot of people have with their GP surgeries - my friend at work has a nightmare surgery - seriously! - I realise just how lucky we are.
