
I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the recent experience my son and I had at your Barjuman branch. We have been visiting your clinic for over a year, and my son has been under the care of ENT Specialist Dr. Sumaiya Sujahan, who has been treating him for a recurring issue involving cold, fever, nasal congestion, and throat infection. Her treatment has always been effective, and we have consistently trusted your clinic because of her care.
However, when I called yesterday to make an appointment, I was informed that Dr. Sumaiya has been transferred and that her replacement is Dr. Tina. As my son was unwell, we had no option but to continue at your clinic since his full medical history is already recorded there.
Unfortunately, our experience with the new doctor was extremely disappointing. Despite my son’s fever and weakness, we had to wait a long time due to insurance processing issues. When we finally met Dr. Tina, the consultation lasted only a few seconds. She stated it was likely influenza and abruptly directed us to a general physician, without reviewing any of my son’s prior medical records — even though they are stored within your system.
The general physician we were redirected to also conducted a very brief assessment, ordered a swab test, prescribed basic medication, and concluded the visit. There was no effort to understand my son’s long medical history, which has been fully documented at your clinic for over a year.
As a parent and as a professional (I am the General Manager of a 4-star hotel in Deira), I found this entire experience deeply upsetting and below the standard of care expected from a reputed medical facility. The doctors barely communicated, did not review medical history, and showed minimal concern for the patient’s condition or comfort.
My son is in Grade 9 and has upcoming exams this week. His health condition should have been managed carefully, not handled with such haste and indifference.
I request you to kindly look into this matter seriously, review the conduct of both doctors, and ensure patients’ medical histories are always considered before making any diagnosis or referral. I would also appreciate a formal response regarding how this issue will be addressed to prevent such experiences in the future.
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