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Re: RANT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!From: Jude (anonymous@obgyn.net)Wed, 25 Jul 2001 18:32:10 -0500 (CDT)
Tyrany: I hear you loud and clear. Many doctors are too busy performing the daily cattle call of patients that they fail to do right by the patient who rely on them. After 3 years, a million blood tests, too many ultrasounds, and one surgery - I felt betrayed by the constant ignorance. Like you said, if we can find the research, why can't they. I am lucky though, I found a great doctor about 6 months ago and he listens. That's right, he really listens. AND he referred me to an Endo that also listens. I came to my appointments armed with a chronological history of my symptoms, attempted treatments, exercise routine, weight changes etc. I also brought copies of all the research that was substaniated by reputable journals and web sites. Here is my two cents: 1. Find a younger doctor. I hate to generalize, but many young docs tend to be more aware of the recent literature and LESS set in their ways about treatment options. I think of it this way. Would you want a mechanic who learned how to fix cars in the 60-70's (and hasn't update their approach) to fix your 2001 vehicle? No, you'd want someone who has been exposed to the most recent information and tools. 2. Don't settle. Change doctors as often as you need to or as often as your plan will let you if that's what it takes to be heard. My primary care doc was my doctor since I was 2 years old, nice guy, but not up to speed. It was a bit awkward, but I dumped him for a younger doctor who turned out to be great and already familiar with PCOS! Ask the receptionists at your health care facility who they think is good and understanding. That's how I found my new guy. 3. Come into every appointment prepared. I had a chip on my shoulder after a while, I had to lose it. Now I use the "we are a team" approach. I let them know I will cooperate as much I can in my treatment because I want to get well. I let my doctor know that I am informed about my condition and will be asking questions so he had better come prepared. It also letsthem kow you are not a push over they can sweep out of the office with a Rx for BCP. (I hate that!) Remember: sisters are doing it for themselves! I guess that's my rant to you. Sorry if I went on and on, I am feeling pretty goodtoday - I just turned the corner with my Graves' Disease. So now I am back on the PCOS trail - one hormonal day at a time. Take care.
At Wed, 25 Jul 2001, Tyrany wrote:
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-- Jude
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