Hello,

I have only been dealing with this for 9 years. IMO they believe it exsist. However, I think pride keeps them form communicating with each other. If they don't have rights at the same hospital and don't know each other I think they may even be less open to talking with each other.

I got lucky and my GP and PM did talk and they are an hour apart from each other. It made a hugh difference in my care. I have even got lucky and my ortho doc, who just operated on my ankle on Monday, called and talked about RSD and how to prevent a flare in pain with Dr. S in Philly. My ortho doc has a HUGH ego but I trust him. Doctors egos and pride get in the way of them networking like some people do in the business world. I agee pain management is a money maker for drug companies who in my opinion drive health care in this country.
Take care,
Sherrie