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Is it all for the cameras?

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fancyflowers Wed 28-Jan-26 10:26:48

Most of the doctors I have seen have been very pleasant, so I think you were just unlucky.

I don't think they are only pleasant when a camera is on them.

Oldnproud Wed 28-Jan-26 10:25:09

Down to the luck of the draw, I suppose.

I have found that the vast majority of GPs at my local practice are extremely pleasant, and thorough too.

Dentists are another matter though!

Sago Wed 28-Jan-26 10:18:52

A week ago today. I called into our GP surgery to make an appointment as I have a mole that’s changed in appearance.

I got an appointment for the following day.

I was referred and am at the hospital dermatology unit this afternoon.

So obviously I have no complaints regarding the speed of service.

However the GP was just so offhand and really rude, I said a cheery good afternoon which he ignored, he then stated there would be a trainee with him but didn’t look at me when he spoke, I couldn’t make out what he said as he had a strong accent, he repeated in an exasperated tone.

The consultation was short and at no point did the doctor make eye contact.

I have watched a TV series about GP’s it focuses on different practices across the country, all staff is so nice, the GP’s all come across as approachable and warm.

It occurred to me that in my whole adult life I have only come across 2 doctors that were actually pleasant.

Is it all for the cameras?