Socialized Medicine

I went to the doctors today which was my first time dealing with the British medical system. I can’t say how impressed I was with how smoothly things went. To book the appointment I had to call my local NHS outpost a week in advance. When I showed up, the reception desk had touch screen to select my birthday and then notify the doctor that I was in. The doctor himself called my name on time. I went to his office, we had a chat, he checked me out, answered my questions, wrote a prescription and out the door I went in twenty minutes. I didn’t have to fill out any paperwork. My visit was free. I don’t have to file any forms. Amazing.

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2 Responses to “Socialized Medicine”


  1. 1 Lee August 5, 2008 at 1:04 am

    British taxpayers probably disagree that your visit was free.

  2. 2 Jason Trost August 19, 2008 at 2:50 pm

    Ha, thanks. I’m paying my share, don’t worry.


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