Waiting a long time for an appt for Cardiologist

Afibber
Afibber Online Community Member Posts: 5 Listener
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Was diagnosed with afib Dec 2025 haven't seen anyone apart for GP, i'm terrified of this condition and what has caused it. No answers and horrible medications thrown at me with awful side affects. My appt is 6 months away. Does anyone know how to get an earlier appt.

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  • Holly_Scope
    Holly_Scope Posts: 4,794 Scope Online Community Coordinator

    Hi @Afibber Are your GP still regularly in contact to check-up on how you're doing and your symptoms whilst your waiting for this appointment? I'd suggest giving them a call to explain how you're feeling - especially if you've noticed any changes in your condition. Hopefully they can give you some reassurance or extra support if needed.

  • Kimi87
    Kimi87 Online Community Member Posts: 8,559 Championing

    You can contact the clinic and ask to be put onto the cancellation list.

  • Afibber
    Afibber Online Community Member Posts: 5 Listener

    The gp has phoned a couple of times to see how I'm coping on meds but no real help, also I asked the hospital to put me on a cancellation list.

  • Holly_Scope
    Holly_Scope Posts: 4,794 Scope Online Community Coordinator

    If you're having side effects, it's important to raise this with your GP as soon as possible, or 111. Also, I'd advise your GP that you've cancelled your appointment with your cardiologist.

  • Afibber
    Afibber Online Community Member Posts: 5 Listener

    Hi I'm on a cancellation list not cancelled.

  • Holly_Scope
    Holly_Scope Posts: 4,794 Scope Online Community Coordinator

    Sorry @Afibber, I completely misread that. Silly me 😊

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