Written by a practising NHS GP
What your GP should have told you
about waiting times.
These ten facts are things most patients never hear. The rules exist and they are written into law. Your GP should be using them on your behalf at the point of referral.
For educational purposes only. Not medical advice and does not constitute a doctor-patient relationship. Always consult your own GP before making decisions about your care.
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