We are committed to providing excellent customer service and the highest level of patient care
We very much hope that our clients have no cause for complaint. However, if you are unhappy with any aspect our service, please bring this to our attention as it gives us the opportunity to address your concerns.
Most problems can be sorted out quickly and easily by discussing any concerns that you have directly with the staff involved. Alternatively, contact the Client Care manager in person or by phone. If you are not happy with the outcome, you can make your complaint formally.
Please include the following information so that we can carry out a full investigation
- Your name, address and your pet’s name
- How you would prefer to be contacted e.g. phone, email, post, or in person
- Relevant dates and times of your visit or call
- Names of staff members involved if known
- An outline of your complaint setting out the facts clearly in the order in which they happened
- What you would like the outcome of your complaint to be
What happens when we receive your complaint
We will acknowledge your complaint within 5 working days. If you have not received acknowledgement within this time scale, please contact us to ensure that we have received your complaint and that there is no issue with your contact details.
- An investigation will be carried out including (where appropriate):
- A review of patient records, treatment and charges
- Staff interviews
- A review of phone logs and recordings
- In most cases we hope to give you a full reply within 10 working days
Contact details:
Phone
Client Care Manager 01793 528341
In person
Client Care Manager
Edison Park Clinic and Hospital
It is advisable to arrange a time.
Post
Complaints,
Client Care Manager
Eastcott Vets Clinic and Hospital,
Edison Park,
Hindle Way,
Swindon,
Wiltshire SN3 3FR
Social Media
We ask that complaints are not posted on social media such as Facebook or Twitter as we are bound by strict client privacy regulations that prevent us from being able to respond. This does not affect your right to approach the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons if you are dissatisfied with the outcome.
Professional Conduct Department,
Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
Belgravia House
62-64 Horseferry Road
London
SW1P 2AF
There is detailed advice of how to raise a concern online: https://animalowners.rcvs.org.uk/concerns/
