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I had a doctor’s appointment with a cardiologist today. It was a preliminary look at what he needs to evaluate first before setting a course of treatment, if needed.
I was very impressed with him. Personable, thorough, aware of the implications of my initial medical issue, WG/GPA, and how everything else after that relates back to that, I am comfortable with this doctor. I’ve had doctors that see one symptom and make big changes to my treatment and medications!
It is unfortunately common to run across doctors who don’t listen. Glad you found a good one.
Yes, those doctors are oblivious to the role the patient plays in the health care team. I’ve learned to be very blunt about my health care when talking with doctors, physician assistants, nurse practitions, and nurses. Shy doesn’t get it!
Doug Thomas
I am glad this doctor proves promising, Doug. Good luck with things. And please give that little Andy a good scritch from me! 🙂
Scritches done! Yes, it looks like this cardiologist will be a good one for me.
Doug Thomas
Getting a doc you can connect with and trust is the first step!
Yes, it truly is important to have one who recognizes the patient is part of the health care team.
Doug Thomas
Glad your new doctor is indeed a keeper ! As we get older there is less leeway for any differences in our treatment.
Exactly! I feel less tolerant if doctors who don’t listen since I believe in being part of the health care team.
Doug Thomas
So very encouraging, Doug
You know how important a doctor who listens can be!
Doug Thomas
I too find it impressive, and rare, to find a doctor with real insight these days. That’s one zonked out Andy!
I have heard other patients with this doctor school my impression of him, and they all are happy they go to him.
Doug Thomas