I called the neuro office back today because they never called me back. I told the receptionist I was disappointed. She said the nurse already left the office and she would call me back on Monday. I won't hold my breath. I really think I want a spine specialist. I am in eastern PA and am not sure if I should look into an orthopedic clinic for spine or stick with the neurologist I have and get a referral to one of their docs. All things equal, I'd rather shoot for the convenience of a local dr. and if they should recommend surgery, then seek the best I can find for that. I'd be willing to travel to Philly if it was worth it. Or is it better to stick with everyone under the same branding, if you will? I guess I thought wrong that a neurologist would be motivated to investigate neurological symptoms with some higher level of concern and urgency. I don't enjoy the lack of sleep, muscle twitches, dysphagia etc.. and the resulting reduction in my quality of life any less than someone who is crying in pain in bed. And I am not seeking out a neurologist for fun. And not knowing is the big kicker, of course. I will try to post the images but I don't quite know how to get them off the disc and I couldn't find a way to create albums in my profile page on here.

Thanks again