Was never un-cocked before.
Don't get me started on the referrals to hospital - it has been an utter shambles in Wakefield for a number of years.
I have 2 kids with chronic, managed ear conditions, under an amazing consultant.
So kid presents at scheduled audiology appt for hearing test. Audiologist says: Hmm, gunked up, possible infection, need to see consultant next door. But you cannot just do that:
So, go home, ring GP, get appointment. Persuade GP *not* to treat (outside there expertise, consultant is a million miles ahead of them). Then persuade GP to request referral. Hospital *maybe* deigns to grant one, and if you are really lucky, it will be with the consultant who has been managing the case for the past umpteen years. If you are lucky. And then wait the 6-10 weeks for the referral appointment to come round.
Meanwhile, child (with hearing aids) can't hear their fucking teacher in class for ten weeks. Great outcome, Pinderfields, really great.
Biting the hand that feeds IT
