I think what you said about the old boy network is generally so true , but I have not found this to be true with RSd. Since there is no known rsd cure, thees doctors, most of them in non profit settings are all working on their own methods and ofter wont even share information- they have such pressure on them to publish. its part of their profession. I cant wait for the day when they all are sharing and the sooner the better for all of us.
I look for the most respected and frankly the doctor I feel I will have the best communucation with. To me it is a bonus if it is non profit. Most of these doctors have devoted there lives to something that have few successes and very small rewards along the way. There is a great deal of frustration for those of them that truely care- that they can not help those of us that are suffering. So I look at their education, where they work , If I like them and If they are trying something that I havent tried already. Hope you are still doing well. CZ