My appt. too is for 2015 I will still keep it just incase I do need it by that time. I am waiting to see a doctor in august to see if he would try the IVIG treatment not just for my RSD but for my sarcoid also. Hopfully we will hear reviews from people that have seen the new doctor and know if he is worth the wait or not. Iam sure there has to be collegues of his that are good with RSD also as with all the patients he must get help some how. I do too wish the notice was sooner unless he is retiring for a reason that isnt being given. For all the help he has given to the patients he has helped though I hope he has a good retirment and that his student know they have learned from the best.