My doctor doesn't "do female problems"

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Polkadotbikinininii · 05/03/2025 08:13

Phoned to book a Dr's appointment for my daughter about her periods. After going through triage with the receptionist (for literally 10mins) I was told that the Dr who is on this week "doesn't do female problems" and I need to phone back next week to make an appointment with a different doctor. I can't book that appointment today though.

Can you imagine a female dr deciding she doesn't want to deal with problems potentially affecting half the population?!

On the other hand, at least he won't be dismissive or try to mansplain

OP posts:

Lavenderflower · 09/03/2025 14:52

I have not read all the response but this is not acceptable. GP are expected to see any patient that comes through the door. Interesting, I have told many years ago that female GP and doctors tend to be to have more workload for the reason the OP outlined. So it seems that females in general carry more burden whether it as home or at work.

AngelicKaty · 09/03/2025 17:51

ScandiBird · 09/03/2025 14:48

I am a hospital consultant. I am appalled at this.

Why are people blaming the receptionist? I have no doubt that it is the doctor that used those words.

Yes, there are sometimes GPs with a special interest in certain areas. But to have an initial discussion about periods with a woman should be absolutely basic skills for a GP. It is a GP’s job to clarify a diagnosis and think about next steps. They should not be passing the buck without even speaking to the patient.

I would let the CQC know asap that this is happening. It is completely unacceptable. There is no way on earth I would accept a young girl not even being offered a consultation because the GP cannot handle it.If this doctor cannot cope with this common presentation, they need training as soon as possible in the menstrual cycle and what can go wrong.

I left medical school a million years ago and am not in gynae. But I think I could certainly get a decent menstrual history and a rough differential diagnosis for this young woman. I am appalled.

This is not good enough. Let’s not blame the receptionist for her wording or think the practice is about to offer up a competent GP specialising in gynae. I would put money on this being a shit doctor. They exist in all disciplines.

Good post by someone else who understands what OP's issue is. 😊

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