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Old 10-19-2023, 07:10 PM
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Default Ortho Surgeon almost one year wait

Several months ago I was given a date for an Ortho Surgeon that was almost one year away. Reason was four surgeons left practice. Doctor I wanted is highly rated so I signed up for the appointment.

I had and have a choice. Go to another doctor / hospital or wait. There are others available much sooner if you want to go to them.

I wish you the best with your process.

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Originally Posted by billethkid View Post
After primary care referral review (2 weeks) I was advised the first available appointment with a neurologist would be 5/21/2024!!!

I worked very hard to control whether to gasp or laugh out loud. I asked what one could do to appeal for an earlier consideration...adding my name to their cancellation list was offered.

When pursuing a need to see a medical provider one does not expect to be offered something over 6 months away.

It is somewhat a concern that a medical provider would not think twice about offering such a lengthy wait.

I was just not prepared for such long lead times.

Makes the 2.5 hour ride to Mayo in Jacksonville look more and more acceptable.

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