A Ghanaian expatriate residing in the United Kingdom recently recounted her experiences navigating the UK healthcare system, highlighting the hurdles she encountered.
From the complexities of scheduling appointments to the challenges of accessing healthcare professionals, she expressed frustration with the system’s efficiency.
Despite following protocols diligently, she found it difficult to secure timely consultations with doctors.
In contrast, she praised Ghana’s healthcare system, noting its perceived superiority. In Ghana, she explained, patients can receive immediate care without the need for prior appointments.
This accessibility stands in stark contrast to her experiences in the UK, where she often faced delays and limited availability of medical professionals.
“In Ghana, you can simply go to the hospital when you feel unwell or have a fever. In the UK, you must register with a local hospital when you fall ill. You then have to call the hospital to schedule an appointment.
Appointment times are restricted, with some hospitals only allowing bookings between certain hours,” she explained in a video posted by Instablog9japbm on Instagram.
“If you call outside of those hours, you cannot book an appointment, even if you are sick. When you call at 9 o’clock, you might be told that you are the 20th person in line and will have to wait.
After waiting, you may be informed that the doctor can only see you the next day or later. All of this while you are unwell,” she added.