Total Wellbeing Counselling Suites
2023-08-11T02:37:42.389Z
I really hope this review helps you make an informed decision. I wish I knew then what I know now.
I usually don't leave negative reviews but feel this is an important medical matter & hope this helps to make an informed decision.
Please go to a colorectal surgeon or Gastroenterologist who also bands haemorrhoids (you do have to ring around as typically not all gastroenterologists perform it. All colorectal surgeons will band/clear haemorrhoids). For about $100 more you can be seen in a safe & clean environment, provided anesthesia, antibiotics, pain relief & cared for in the way you'd expect.
My pain was extreme while Dr Sharif banded a haemorrhoid. I requested anesthesia before the procedure & he refused. He brushed me off. I trusted his judgement. Wrong.
Post procedure he refused to prescribe antibiotics or pain relief, when I was infected. I had fever, chills, was vomiting & in extreme pain. I had to see another practitioner to receive antibiotics & pain relief. Dr Sharif questioned why I had a script for antibiotics upon my next call to him. I had to consult my regular GP to get a way foward. I was promptly admitted to hospital & had surgery.
The practice manager Rick refused to speak with me upon my request for a remedy. I was told by reception staff, "he wants to leave it as it is (& not follow up with me)".
Approximate cost: $540
In response to the reply from the practice -
You make it sound like you helped me, when that certainly wasn't the case. It was I who had to persevere as things went horribly wrong very quickly & was left in excruciating pain from infection, without adequate medical care.
Rick, as practice manager, you refused to speak with me. You were afraid to hear my side & empathize with what I went through. That is not good medical service.
I sincerely hope you get guidance around providing a substantial service in future. As a patient, I matter. As a human being, I matter. Period. Your practice professionalism is certainly questionable. I still invite you to discuss this matter.