I'm actually an "oldie," just haven't been in for a while (and am one of those who had to re-create a profile after the server crash a while back). I'm SO sorry to hear of your recent accident. I know that just having a cortisone injection this summer in my knee caused a major flair-up, so I can't even imagine how someone who calls themself a chronic pain doc would be in such denial.

I'm with many here in advice- DUMP the bum!!! Perhaps if you have another pain doc that you have picked out, you can get the current fool ...er doc to "transfer" your case rather than release you. That way no one can think you are actually trying to get "double care/double meds" since the two docs would be in contact (the old one would at least see that you are simply "getting a second opinion," which I believe in most states is your medical right -at least it is in California). Good luck and try to keep your spirits up. I'll add you to my prayers too.