Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
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There was a neurologist here in TV arrested for driving erratically and having drugs in her car. I don't want to worry about whether my doctor is the best. I want the best. For not just me, but for my family. Not all that much time left in our lives, I want us to be as healthy as we can as long as we can and I want that for everyone I know. Does it matter if your doctor is board certified or board eligible?
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It is better to laugh than to cry. Last edited by graciegirl; 09-16-2017 at 08:18 AM. |
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My wife was diagnosed with Stage 3 Uterus Cancer with 8 Lymph Nodes involved. This was after she had exams at MD Anderson in, Houston, Texas and Moffit in Tampa who missed the cancer. We ended up at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville. Three things I have found in selecting a medical solution. 1. Should be a teaching hospital, 2. Understand their procedures and practices and 3. Understand the physician(s) that are on their listings. Mayo met all of the requirements and found the cancer. After a 5 hour operation, one brief Chemo treatment and 6 weeks of radiation (all at Mayo), 3 months wait and then a complete follow up she is totally cancer free. All at Mayo were fantastic and did not miss anything. Just a brief statement on one persons experience.
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This was because almost all gunshot wounds that occurred in the City of Tampa were taken to Tampa General, so their ER staff was the most experienced in treating heavy trauma. The situation was similar in New Orleans when I was there. Virtually everyone selected Charity Hospital for the same reason. I received some training there as an Emergency Medical Technical (EMT) and transported many severely injured people to Charity, including a police officer who had been shot six times. Training is important. But experience is vital.
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All good posts but doubtful you will change the OP's mind.....they have an ingrained belief on what is a top notch education and a preference for where they believe they can get the best care. Those that responded with Dr's and their education are what the OP is looking for. GE speaks to real world, but not everyone accepts real world if it isn't their real world.
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Dr. James Mersey, Endocrinology at The Villages Care Specialty Center, did his studies at John Hopkins and Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston. Dr. Mersey spent 32 years in private practice and as chief of endocrinology at Greater Baltimore Medical Center, as well as director of the Diabetes Center before moving to The Villages. He has been actively involved in clinical research throughout his career in the areas of diabetes management, thyroid disease, hypertension, lipid disorders, osteoporosis and other endocrine disorders. In addition, he retains faculty appointments at University of South Florida, University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins.
His video on The Villages Specialty Care webpage can be accessed at: The Villages Health Specialty Care | Endocrinology - James Mersey ========================================== Dr. John Bittl is a cardiologist in Ocala, Florida and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Munroe Regional Medical Center and Villages Regional Hospital. He received his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Bittl accepts several types of health insurance, listed below. He is one of 41 doctors at Munroe Regional Medical Center and one of 34 at Villages Regional Hospital who specialize in Cardiovascular Disease. Education & Medical Training • UCLA Medical Center Residency , Internal Medicine • Brigham and Women's Hospital Fellowship , Cardiovascular Disease • Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Medical School • University of California Other Training , Chemistry Here is a link that shows Dr. Bittl's lecture and publication topics --- far too many to count. Dr. John Bittl, MD – Ocala, FL | Cardiology |
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I remember what a Surgeon told me at the Westchester Medical Center. He said he is not important, what is important is the "Team" that has been established for the patient's care. A team is needed to treat the total patient.
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And I don't believe one is staking their life on a doctor's accreditation and educational background. If anything, a person is staking their life on a doctor's past record, reputation and how he relates to you. There is no way a person could know about a doctor's financial situation unless they had a close personal relationship with one. So how does this relate to a doctor's performance? Well, it doesn't. Would a doctor's medical performance be any different if he was wealthy or not? I sincerely doubt it. What is the name of the neurologist who was arrested to which you referred?
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The man knows his medicine. AND is diplomatic. I looked for but was unable to find the excellent post where Golfing Eagles discussed accreditation. I believe it was removed along with some interchanges that were inflammatory from another poster. I distinctly remember Dr. Eagles telling how accreditation works and why it is important. His posts were backed up by DBussone who was for a long time in Hospital Administration.
This is a separate and a completely different issue from posh schools and not posh schools. I say "UNCLE"..
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You say you,"love your current doctor at Shands but they NO LONGER take your insurance. This unfortunately comes up. Assuming you had a long relationship with your LOVED DOCTOR, they would be the perfect one to ask for a suggestion. Hopefully they not only know doctors they will suggest but know you as well FOR COMPATIBILITY. SADLY, today, medical care has become an assembly line. The doctor, what he can charge is controlled by insurance companies-the people who pay the bill. The doctor has to see four patients per hour. Oh and pay for an office staff to know how to deal with all the different insurance options out there. OH, and beware of attorneys a major reason for the high medical costs in the United States. |
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I am not a salesman for Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville but just had a few months of treatment at the Clinic. A few observations: 1. If your appointment is for 2PM you can set your watch that you will see the Dr. at 2PM. 2. You will have a "Portal" and receive real time results from any Lab Tests, appointments, Dr. consultations with full coverage of any discussions, plus a lot more, 3. Your will spend as much time as you need with the Dr. they do not rush!,4. All your exams are on time and sent to Dr immediately. The Dr's were all great both from a treatment and bedside manner. Will not go further as it will sound like I am a salesperson for them.
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