Hi "from Texas", I won't even try to type your name. A lot of us know the frustration of docs not listening to us. I got in a huge verbal war with a doc one time, which is totally out of character for me. It was only after he cop'd an attitude with me and said "And how many years did YOU spend in medical school?" To which I replied, "More years than you have spent living in my body." I never went to him again. I used to have the utmost respect for physicians until I encountered a few that certainly did not deserve it. Thank goodness there are a lot of really good docs out there. I currently have 3 docs that are fabulous, and one that I am replacing as soon as possible. The first time I saw the one I am replacing, I did not like her at all and she seemed a lot more concerned with things outside of her specialty than appropriate. I gave her the benefit of the doubt thinking maybe she was having a bad day. The second visit was not only not any better but even worse. She will not have a third time to stike out with me. I am already seeking a replacement. She is an eye doctor and was much more concerned with my dermatology issues than my vision. And to make matters worse, she was telling me to do things that were contrary to what my dermatologist had advised. My fabulous docs are my PCP, my pain management doc, and my endocrinologist. My cardiologist is excellent but could have a better bedside manner. My neuro retired and the next two I encountered have been OK but nothing to write about. I have a few other specialists that are good but nothing to brag about. Finding a good doc is essential to good health and care.

chiweeniezrule,

It is great to have you come and be with us. From one Texan to another one. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please, just let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Please keep us up to date on your condition. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Most of these doctors just treat us like a number and forget what it means to be a real doctor. Don't they take an oath? It's all about the money now! Thank goodness you found some good ones. Its nice to hear that! Terrible when we praise doctors for what they should be doing to begin with and FORSURE what they get PAID for!! Now that's a whole new topic! You are one of the lucky ones. Take care of yourself and talk to ya soon!