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From: Bob.Johnstone@f227.n103.z1.fidonet.org (Bob Johnstone)
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Subject: NEED ADVICE
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Date: 30 May 90 20:42:13 GMT
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[This is from the Chronic Pain Conference on Fidonet]

First, I would go back and insist upon another X-Ray, if you dont
feel that you are getting what you  paid for, even if it is
necessary pay for it again.  Even if it is necessary to pay for ONE
visit to a specialist, it might even be best to have that
individual do the X-Ray.  Might cost a bit more, but quality is
worth the price you pay.

Whenever I go to a physicial, I remember, all doctors do not
graducate at the top of their class.  Every time I move to a new
area, I will pay to see a physician, just to talk to him.  I might
see six or seven, before choosing one to be my doctor.  Then, I
make sure to see him at least once a year.  To me, it is cheaper in
the long run, to have confidence in the person taking care of me,
than the money for the visits cost.... When you get into problems,
is not the time to be choosing a doctor.  When most doctors are
asked if they would have the same operation that they are
recommending, many will answer no.  Even surgeons, will only use
surgery as a "last resort."  When you get the person to care for
you that you have confidence in, then, take their advice.  Get at
LEAST three or four opinions on this surgery from qualified
individuals.

If you can access the echo Grand Rounds somewhere locally, it might
be best to ask for advice in that Echo.  To me it seems that there
are more qualified physicians, optitians, et al in that echo than
any.  Ask the same questions there.  I have seen a lot of good
advice both pro and con about surgery in that echo.  Always
remember, advice in most cases, is worth what you pay for it.
(Even mine.)

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