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Originally Posted by dano121
I appreciate your interest "Sage" I have been ill for 2 mos. The Doc sent me for ultra sound which showed a potential problem. She is now sending me to get a CT. This whole process is taking a month ??? I requested an appointment with my DOC to review the results. Someone returned my call and said the DOC said for me to see her nurse. Who earlier suggested that this could be serious. I just feel that I should get the diagnosis from a Doctor. I just can't believe how indifferent the doctor is. I guess that is why VHS mandated that I sign a waiver before the doctor would even see me.
I could go on and on but really just want to get a reality check on medicine here in the Villages. Can I expect better? If so, where can I find it? Your thoughts are much appreciated. If you reply please send a private message. Thanks again
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So, you could go in and get the information that you need and perhaps a plan for care. But you are choosing not to go because you insist on seeing the doctor (who no doubt has a loaded schedule) rather than a nurse. OK. Got it.
Please make an appointment and get yourself moving forward. The nurses and especially the nurse practitioners are great. They will absolutely help you. I see my doctor once a year. For all other care, I see the nurse practitioners. I actually prefer them.