Snapshot Report: Rotherham Hospital appointment wait times- your experiences heard
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Healthwatch Rotherham undertook a short project on waiting times for appointments at Rotherham Hospital. They undertook a survey to which 14 people responded.
The main issues are not just regarding the lengthy wait times for appointments, but also the lack of support and communication between the hospital and patient. Those with delayed hospital appointments felt that their mental health suffered as a result, as well as it worsening their symptoms and reducing their ability to work. The majority of people cannot afford private healthcare, and even if they could, would be happy with NHS treatment.
64% of respondents did state however that they would be happy to travel to a hospital local to Rotherham, such as Sheffield, if it meant they could receive treatment quicker.
43% of people were also unhappy with the communication method Rotherham Hospital use to inform them about their appointments.