Yeah Mel, i have struck some real beauties alright since the onset of my PN and i would bet that there are many more on this board that have a few stories to tell as well.
It seems they don't like it when you stand up for yourself either, these clowns have a cheek to call themselves " Professionals ", but on the other hand there are many good ones & good ones out way the bad ones by far.
My Neurologist who is a real pro, an associate professor of Neurology and is a PN specialist, this guy is one the most nicest & sincere people i have ever met.
Dr Fred sounds like he's one of the good ones too, and there are plenty of other real good doctors around as well, its just some idiots that are in the wrong profession, thats all.
I hope you & Al are going along ok

all the best
Brian