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The original was posted on /r/newzealand by /u/RemarkableOil8 on 2024-10-06 22:03:41+00:00.

I don’t go to the doctor that often but do manage a couple of minor health conditions.

I made an appointment today and was pretty shocked by the whole process. 15 minutes of hold music I finally speak to a receptionist who very heavily tries to discourage me from seeing the doctor but rather seeing a nurse or making an online appointment. In this case I know what I need and neither of those work. She then asked me some pretty personal questions about my requirements!? I have never had to detail this to a receptionist before. Finally she agreed to make an appointment earliest bring 5 weeks away.

She was fine and I got the result in the end but it really made me think about people that don’t know what they need or, not as confident or intimidated by the whole process. This would be a huge barrier to them actually seeking medical treatment.

Is this where we are now? Is this a similar process at your doctors? It’s pretty scary.