Why are Doctors such a$$ holes?

[DeletedUser394]

Had asthma really bad back in the day, hospitalized a few dozen times (Children's Hospital), ICU the whole bit, anywhere from a day to a week. Had appendicitis stayed in the hospital for a week or so on that occasion too.

Always felt like a rockstar showing up in the Emergency room which is always packed to capacity, because when the nurse asks you (or in that instance, a parent) what is wrong, all you got to do is say 'asthma' and they take you in faster than you can take your coat off.

Everyone else would give me the evil glare since they've been sitting there for hours, but considering I could hardly breathe, I was always grateful to be taken in immediately.

As for the past few years.. maybe interacted with 8 or so doctors/specialists who couldn't have been more awesome.

Canada gets a bad rap for the socialized medicine.. but the docs seem to be friendly at least lol.

 

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[CarrieW]

Had asthma really bad back in the day, hospitalized a few dozen times (Children's Hospital), ICU the whole bit, anywhere from a day to a week. Had appendicitis stayed in the hospital for a week or so on that occasion too.

Always felt like a rockstar showing up in the Emergency room which is always packed to capacity, because when the nurse asks you (or in that instance, a parent) what is wrong, all you got to do is say 'asthma' and they take you in faster than you can take your coat off.

Everyone else would give me the evil glare since they've been sitting there for hours, but considering I could hardly breathe, I was always grateful to be taken in immediately.

As for the past few years.. maybe interacted with 8 or so doctors/specialists who couldn't have been more awesome.

Canada gets a bad rap for the socialized medicine.. but the docs seem to be friendly at least lol.

when your a kid things are different... and they can definitely be different that what reality is. my son had loved the medical people he "met" they always treat him well and nice to his face... but the actual care he receives is horrible...

I really cant give specific details but I will say this. he is a special case. he has autism. not all of the doctors are specialist in autism. the biggest factor is the fact that most people who have autism are hyper sensitive to things. touch sound lights etc. my son is hypo sensitive. he goes the other way. he doesn't feel pain like most people. he can be severely hurt and not know it. therefore when he says something hurts you know it REALLY hurts. he is a sensory seeker. he appears opposite of what you would imagine for someone with autism. that presents challenges. so while the doctors and nurses and other people are "nice to him" and they get him right back and he gets lollipops and stickers, I know his care was subpar...

its pretty easy when you go into somewhere and say I am having an asthma attack I need xyz and they can clearly see that is whats happening.

for some things its not so easy.

 

[Joe Cassandra]

It's a mixed bag, you have a lot of nice ones and a lot of jerks, problem is you only remember the jerks

If you were in a profession where a person relied on you to either live or die i.e. the God complex, you may hold yourself
in a higher "class" than someone who does finance etc.

The #1 fear the majority of people have is death and in this instance, the doctor has that power in their hands. Same with lawyers, a person could go to jail for the rest of their life or be back home depending on how much "skill" the lawyer has.

It goes back to: Do you let power go to your head or not?

APPLE A DAY KEEPS THE A-HOLE DOCTOR AWAY, right?

 

[Aidan]

what is it about doctors that makes 99% of them douchebags??? are they born this way or do they get trained in the fine art of doucheyness? is it the fact that they think they are better then others? smarter? the power trip?

idk but I have seen and encountered many many doctors in my short life...and 99% or more have some kind of issue going on. and I cant take it anymore.

I have only ever found 1 doctor that I liked. and sadly he left his practice to go serve his country. lucky for the country and air force soldiers. not so much for me

I just want to say screw it and never go to another doctor ever again!

To give some insight into this:

Later in my life, (and only because my dad works a killer union trade job), our family moved from a ghetto suburbia (which didn't used to be ghetto early in my life) to an affluent community north of a fairly big city.

Many of the people living in these houses are Top Notch Scientists, Neurosurgeons, Lawyers, etc. Where many of them have raised their kids to do the exact same. Think of it as passing down an ideology of life, and what job you MUST do because that is the ONLY/BEST way they know of to make a decent chunk of change. Since family members have already been a Doctor, it isn't hard for them to set their kids, or other family members up.

A lot of these parents had to fight their way through Medical School like warriors to get to where they are today, along with sacrificing any way of thinking other than what they were taught by their parents to get there. When they finally make it, and are making a lot of money; they think they're on top of the world, and honestly believe they have to act this newly-moulded way 'to continue being successful,' and because 'they deserve to act however they want.'

Self-Made Doctors = Best Doctors
Generational Doctors = Prude Doctors (Not all of them, but there's a much higher chance)

What I've found is that only the Self-Made Doctors REALLY make it (in terms of overall quality). It's because they have the determination to drive themselves through vasts amount of medical information, and a horrific amount of schooling. They really and actually care about WHY they are doing this. Relative to Fast-Lane ideology, Self-Made Doctors do it for the patients first, and the money second. Many Generational Doctors are only pushed and pushed to go through school because it is a passed down Profession (tradition if you will) and the known money making tool of the family. There may have been values at some point, but the values died with the original owners of those values, or slowly through each generation.

As an example here: My brother grew up in our later teen years with a guy that we'll call Johnny. Anyway, Johnny is a good dude, and wanted to play with his friends, and do all the things that kids do. Johnny's Dad is a Generational Doctor. His Dad was a Doctor, his Dad's Dad, was a Doctor, and so on. Carrying on, each parent when through a ridiculous and harsh process of psychologically moulding their child to be the next 'Them,' instead of teaching their child important life lessons, and letting their child take their own road/journey.

So Johnny's Dad 'Owned' (half of them were leases) 5 Cars, a One-Of-A Kind Viper, Ford Model-T, Jacked-Up Audi, Jacked-Up Subaru, and a Porsche. They lived in a Very Large House with a Big screen in every room. A giant taxidermy collection, etc. They had tons of shit, and Johnny's Dad was a huge showoff too. Johnny's Dad used his material possessions as leverage to convince Johnny that he'll always be a loser, and never have what he has, unless he follows the same path and profession. Johnny was taught that anyone pursuing anything else was most definitely stupid, or a loser.

Now Johnny's Dad was an exceptional Doctor, did amazing at his Job, BUT he was also a huge a$$, and was not a people person. This is because Johnny's Dad knows he has to do a good job to earn the money, but does not care so much about the people themselves.

Johnny was once upstairs playing a video game. His Dad yelled from the bottom floor that dinner is ready. Johnny did not hear his Dad for obvious reasons; the video games were somewhat loud, the door to the room was closed, and his dad was yelling a couple floors below. Johnny's Dad decided to punish Johnny because he "didn't listen when he needed to." Johnny was forced to be locked out in the backyard while he watched his family eat dinner together through the window, LIKE A DOG.

Another example of Johnny's Dad's behaviorisms, is that my Brother went to Johnny's house to hang out. At some point during the day, Johnny's Dad decides (out of nowhere) that 'everyone' is going to eat "Bear" for dinner. When they were all about to eat, He said that they didn't have any for my Brother, and so my Brother was pretty much just forced to watch them eat Bear. My brother was pissed at Johnny's Dad for being a dick (this is one of many times Johnny's Dad pulls shit like this) and requested a pickup from the LZ.

At current, Johnny is at an impasse. My brother, and other friends (who are all in University now) have influenced him greatly, and have told him that he doesn't have to listen to his Dad to be successful. However, Johnny's Dad is currently paying for Johnny's Education, and has a complete stranglehold on him. If Johnny were to do anything else BUT listen to his Father, a mass amount of debt would be dropped on him, and he would be ruined for years. Lately, Johnny's Mother (a Judge) Divorced him because she really doesn't need his money, and she's tired of him treating their kids like shit. Now Johnny, and his younger Brother stay with their Mother off-school seasons. Hopefully this will change their lives for the better.

Again, not ALL Generational Doctors are like this. Many have great values, and are taught about the profession properly, growing up (in a change-the-world, or make-a-difference type of manner). I am just giving insight as to why your Doctor, and many others are probably an a$$.

 

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[CarrieW]

It's a mixed bag, you have a lot of nice ones and a lot of jerks, problem is you only remember the jerks

If you were in a profession where a person relied on you to either live or die i.e. the God complex, you may hold yourself
in a higher "class" than someone who does finance etc.

The #1 fear the majority of people have is death and in this instance, the doctor has that power in their hands. Same with lawyers, a person could go to jail for the rest of their life or be back home depending on how much "skill" the lawyer has.

It goes back to: Do you let power go to your head or not?

APPLE A DAY KEEPS THE A-HOLE DOCTOR AWAY, right?

I remember all of them I remember the ones who are nice, the ones who are assholes but good doctors, the ones who are nice and good doctors. the ones who are so so. just trying to get to the end of their shift.

what you mean to say is its normal for most people to hold themselves in a higher class. if you knew me you would know that no matter what, I know I am never better or higher then anyone EVER. and I have a HUGE issue with people who are like this. that's probably why I dislike so many doctors...

lol since you mentioned lawyers I have a story to tell no specifics, but I had never dealt with a criminal atty until recently for a family member. in fact it was just over a year ago. copped n attitude to that effect after he dropped the ball in the hearing. he was asked what was up with that what happened why didn't you put the witnesses on the stand, he looked at this loved one of mine straight in the face and said your welcome... I F*cking flipped. and I swear if not for my kids needing me I would be in jail still probably... we had sheriffs all around very intently listening to what was happening waiting to grab me because it was soo soo close.... omg I could still punch dude... (this loved one is still on probation for his actions and I know 100% exactly what happened as I was one of the witnesses and it was entirely family)

and nope some people are just sick. as much as I try the fact is I still need some medicine. so I am forced to continue forward. as much as I wish we could eat apples and tell them to shove their test and meds where the sun don't shine that's not very smart or responsible as a caregiver of children...

I may seem like I have a short temper, but as a facebook meme says I just have a swift reaction to bullshit.

 

[CarrieW]

To give some insight into this:

Later in my life, (and only because my dad works a killer union trade job), our family moved from a ghetto suburbia (which didn't used to be ghetto early in my life) to an affluent community north of a fairly big city.

Many of the people living in these houses are Top Notch Scientists, Neurosurgeons, Lawyers, etc. Where many of them have raised their kids to do the exact same. Think of it as passing down an ideology of life, and what job you MUST do because that is the ONLY/BEST way they know of to make a decent chunk of change. Since family members have already been a Doctor, it isn't hard for them to set their kids, or other family members up.

A lot of these parents had to fight their way through Medical School like warriors to get to where they are today, along with sacrificing any way of thinking other than what they were taught by their parents to get there. When they finally make it, and are making a lot of money; they think they're on top of the world, and honestly believe they have to act this newly-moulded way 'to continue being successful,' and because 'they deserve to act however they want.'

Self-Made Doctors = Best Doctors
Generational Doctors = Prude Doctors (Not all of them, but there's a much higher chance)

What I've found is that only the Self-Made Doctors REALLY make it (in terms of overall quality). It's because they have the determination to drive themselves through vasts amount of medical information, and a horrific amount of schooling. They really and actually care about WHY they are doing this. Relative to Fast-Lane ideology, Self-Made Doctors do it for the patients first, and the money second. Many Generational Doctors are only pushed and pushed to go through school because it is a passed down Profession (tradition if you will) and the known money making tool of the family. There may have been values at some point, but the values died with the original owners of those values, or slowly through each generation.

As an example here: My brother grew up in our later teen years with a guy that we'll call Johnny. Anyway, Johnny is a good dude, and wanted to play with his friends, and do all the things that kids do. Johnny's Dad is a Generational Doctor. His Dad was a Doctor, his Dad's Dad, was a Doctor, and so on. Carrying on, each parent when through a ridiculous and harsh process of psychologically moulding their child to be the next 'Them,' instead of teaching their child important life lessons, and letting their child take their own road/journey.

So Johnny's Dad 'Owned' (half of them were leases) 5 Cars, a One-Of-A Kind Viper, Ford Model-T, Jacked-Up Audi, Jacked-Up Subaru, and a Porsche. They lived in a Very Large House with a Big screen in every room. A giant taxidermy collection, etc. They had tons of shit, and Johnny's Dad was a huge showoff too. Johnny's Dad used his material possessions as leverage to convince Johnny that he'll always be a loser, and never have what he has, unless he follows the same path and profession. Johnny was taught that anyone pursuing anything else was most definitely stupid, or a loser.

Now Johnny's Dad was an exceptional Doctor, did amazing at his Job, BUT he was also a huge a$$, and was not a people person. This is because Johnny's Dad knows he has to do a good job to earn the money, but does not care so much about the people themselves.

Johnny was once upstairs playing a video game. His Dad yelled from the bottom floor that dinner is ready. Johnny did not hear his Dad for obvious reasons; the video games were somewhat loud, the door to the room was closed, and his dad was yelling a couple floors below. Johnny's Dad decided to punish Johnny because he "didn't listen when he needed to." Johnny was forced to be locked out in the backyard while he watched his family eat dinner together through the window, LIKE A DOG.

Another example of Johnny's Dad's behaviorisms, is that my Brother went to Johnny's house to hang out. At some point during the day, Johnny's Dad decides (out of nowhere) that 'everyone' is going to eat "Bear" for dinner. When they were all about to eat, He said that they didn't have any for my Brother, and so my Brother was pretty much just forced to watch them eat Bear. My brother was pissed at Johnny's Dad for being a dick (this is one of many times Johnny's Dad pulls shit like this) and requested a pickup from the LZ.

At current, Johnny is at an impasse. My brother, and other friends (who are all in University now) have influenced him greatly, and have told him that he doesn't have to listen to his Dad to be successful. However, Johnny's Dad is currently paying for Johnny's Education, and has a complete stranglehold on him. If Johnny were to do anything else BUT listen to his Father, a mass amount of debt would be dropped on him, and he would be ruined for years. Lately, Johnny's Mother (a Judge) Divorced him because she really doesn't need his money, and she's tired of him treating their kids like shit. Now Johnny, and his younger Brother stay with their Mother off-school seasons. Hopefully this will change their lives for the better.

Again, not ALL Generational Doctors are like this. Many have great values, and are taught about the profession properly, growing up (in a change-the-world, or make-a-difference type of manner). I am just giving insight as to why your Doctor, and many others are probably an a$$.

I totally believe this is true for the most part.

the best dr I ever had. was dr Mathews. he was self made. he was in the armed services and went to school to become an engineer. he did that for awhile and then went and became a doctor. was in family practice while his kids were growing up and as soon as the last one graduated he went back into the military as a doctor to serve the rest of his time to get a full military retirement.

I have family members in the medical profession. most of them are first time self made. they are assholes too

 

[Nadia]

I remember asking mine about horrible menstrual pain that left me crying and all I got was "Oh, well there is the pill for that".

Yeah. Because I couldn't have figured out pumping horrible artificial hormones into my system ALL BY MYSELF.

I asked mine so many questions, he is glad never to see there again. And I, happier, never to see his.

 

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[Nadia]

Lawyers. LOL. Dated one disastrously.

My own lawyer gets the job done. She is understanding and it is because of her, I don't hate the entire industry (okay, not AS much).

I cannot stand how for the most part, arrogant a lawyer is.

 

[Nadia]

My doctor is about 80lbs overweight and his stomach protrudes outward from his waist nearly a foot.

My stomach is flat, I have a 12-15% body fat, my refrigerator is packed with healthy food, I never eat fast food, I'm at the gym 4X a week, play softball 2X a week -- and yet somehow it seems, every time I see him I get a lecture about "high cholesterol" (I'm always just slightly above 200) and how maybe I should think about medication.

WTF for? So I can look like him?

Paradox of Practice ... anyone?

lmao. He needs a taste of his own medicine for that stomach of his. Maybe you could share some tips lol

 

[Aidan]

I have family members in the medical profession. most of them are first time self made. they are assholes too

It all really boils down to one's first intention of chasing a profession.

 

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[CarrieW]

It all really boils down to one's first intention of chasing a profession.

yes I agree wholeheartedly on that.

the people I know were the way they are long before entering the profession.

and I imagine that most of the doctors I find offensive I would find that way regardless of their professions or how we met

 

[Mattie]

I've never had a doctor I didn't like that I personally went too. There was one I didn't care for that had no bed side manner when I worked in a nursing home like you're talking about. For Lawyers they have more ego in Michigan where I lived than doctors.

 

[CarrieW]

I've never had a doctor I didn't like that I personally went too. There was one I didn't care for that had no bed side manner when I worked in a nursing home like you're talking about. For Lawyers they have more ego in Michigan where I lived than doctors.

if you are in the profession you are treated much differently then the "average patient"

when my mom was in the hospital, they cardiologist was a total schmuck, talking down to us being short, ignoring our questions etc. then he asked us which of us was a medical professional. once he found out who was (and that they were in the room) amazingly shit changed real quick. we had managers and hospital directors and floor nurses a plenty and the doctor took a lot more time with us and her. however it wasn't enough time to actually get her properly treated and her medications correct. that took almost a week and over a dozen calls to get worked out...

Its disgusting... really.

I am jealous of those who have an easy time with doctors. every once in a great while I will find one I get along with. a few I can tolerate seeing for treatment, but for the most part they are a waste of space and money...

 

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[Mattie]

My doctors weren't involved in nursing home care. We basically had the system change corporate. Our small community is about treating the patient. On the other hand lots of good doctors left because they wanted their own rules and not the system. I get what you're saying though. I believe it's the area you live, and whether they are for profit, or non-profit. The outer communities have doctors like your talking about.

 

[CarrieW]

a major problem that I have right now for myself and my son is definitely because of the area we are in. it is not very big at all and there were a lot more places and doctors available when we lived near philly... at least when someone was a douchebag they were easily replaced.

there are 2 major places where I live now, Effingham county (very small) and Chatham co. where the city of savannah is, you would think that would make it bigger market and it does, there are a few hospital systems there but it is still small when even compared to the place I grew up (suburbs of Philadelphia)

even downtown is a fairly small area. and there aren't very many specialists nearby. most of them travel to the out lying areas so they are all basically connected. its definitely the "old boys club" around these parts as they would say. when I had to see a specialist for my back to get a second opinion I had to go to south Carolina ha that's adds another state to my list

I have experienced so many issues its quite unbelievable. oh the stories I could tell. (One day I will)

 

[Mattie]

This is one of the major obstacles in mental health and health care. Geographical location and transportation. Ha ha, you don't want to get me started. I'd rant about how many people don't get the services and care they need nation wide. This Obama thing is not helping matters either, and I'm sure there will be many death's and many people suffering out of this new process.

This is one of the things with my Human Service Degree. I was trained to help people, but there is no way to help them. The only way I can help them is becoming a person myself that can be participating in my community and donating money to projects of all sorts. I've seen the obstacles people go through. The services that are provided. The systems aren't working.

 

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[CarrieW]

exactly I don't want to get political because honestly this mess predates both parties and obamacare...

you are 100% correct. there is currently no way to help anyone. the ones who try are overwhelmingly outnumbered and restricted by a dis-functioning system.

at least half (that's a conservative estimate) of the information the doctors learn and the what they focus on is completely wrong anyway... and don't even get me started on the pharmaceutical industry LOL

it goes far above and beyond health care. I have seen the legal system and education systems falling apart as a first hand witness as well.

its really scary. I am thankful my kids are almost grown. I fear for their kids. its only getting worse it seems.

 

[Mattie]

Yes, I'm with you there. That is my job to be an advocate, but at the same time mental toughness was required to become that advocate. Even if you're the hero for many, you're the enemy in someone's eyes.

This is what my professor's taught me to do. I remember in one class the professor said, "Whose brave enough to challenge the system." My theory was like, well dang! Someone has to do it. At the time I didn't have a clue how. Now I do, but I know my novel will be under a lot of controversy. I guess being an advocate, I have to take the judgments and critics, but we'll see. Not there yet.

 

[CarrieW]

it takes a lot more than braveness to stick up for something that is not effecting you personally. (that is not something that can be taught or one can learn)

to me, right now I am just sticking up for myself. (or my kids) to do that without being personally effected is extraordinary. I fight because I am effected. you do just because that's awesome!

I also want to be an advocate of sorts. I have had a lot of things happen to me that would likely have killed someone without my strength. and my reason for wanting to fight beyond my own fight is for those who have lost their own battles, those who aren't strong enough to fight on their own or need support or help, and to stop douchebags from F*ckin with peoples lives just because they can... I cant go further or I will start breaking forum policies....

 

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[Iwokeup]

As a physician....

What is it about doctors that you find so off-putting? Why are they "d-bags"? What are your expectations? Are they realistic?

Cheers,

 

[CarrieW]

As a physician....

What is it about doctors that you find so off-putting? Why are they "d-bags"? What are your expectations? Are they realistic?

Cheers,

several things, anything you care to ask that I cant answer here specifically here you can ask me through private message. still cant guarantee I will answer though

the things that I can mention,

extremely condescending attitudes, talking down to people, rushing to conclusions without even hearing most of the necessary information outright insulting people, extremely conceited, judgmental, holier then thou attitudes. thinking that they know EVERYTHING... the list goes on and on...

I had a doctor when I was 7 months pregnant call me a liar because I refused to sign a release for an injection in my hip that said it could cause a potential rise in blood pressure. I was on bedrest since week 6 of pregnancy for complications from my blood pressure. said I wasn't really in pain because I wanted to consult my obgyn and nephrologist and perinatologist before I did anything...

I have had a kidney doctor of more then 60 yrs old (I was 23 and again pregnant I switched to a female dr in the same practice after) ask me if my rug matched the curtains....

for my son, I should be listened to as his mother (as should he) we both have infinitely more knowledge about his conditions than a random physicians assistant or emergency room doctor, should we should be listened to when we give information about his condition. (specifically about his pain tolerance) if he and I both believe it is serious it is probably serious despite clinical presentation of pain

also for my son, who is autistic as we now know, again as his advocate I should be listened to more than I am. I had to fight tooth and nail for every single assessment because despite my repeated concerns and questions and requests for testing were blown off by my pediatrician at every turn. 3 yrs and 4 doctors later we finally started the process of initial testing... despite the fact that from the first dr visit at 14 days old I knew there was something different and started asking questions only to finally at 11 yrs old have a diagnosis of asd confirmed and we are still waiting for a complete psychological assessment to be done...

these are some of the more milder encounters. I have many more. and most are much worse.

too much and private to get into on my behalf and some of it is still reguarding injuries obtained in an accident that is still pending litigation(and treatment) for.

 

[sle3pyguii]

I figured the mean ones had their patience broken by all the death, bad news, annoying patients, diminishing salaries, increasing paperwork and insurance crap throughout the years.

 

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[Deleted21961]

How people, who get paid when you are sick, are going to make you healthy?
Wouldn't it be more sound if you paid them as long as you are healthy?
But it's not primary issue. They just don't know shit about humans.

Shamans as healers are kings.

 

[Gsuz]

 

[Kak]

what is it about doctors that makes 99% of them douchebags??? are they born this way or do they get trained in the fine art of doucheyness? is it the fact that they think they are better then others? smarter? the power trip?

idk but I have seen and encountered many many doctors in my short life...and 99% or more have some kind of issue going on. and I cant take it anymore.

I have only ever found 1 doctor that I liked. and sadly he left his practice to go serve his country. lucky for the country and air force soldiers. not so much for me

I just want to say screw it and never go to another doctor ever again!

Hmm, I'd feel like being an a**hole too if I went to school until I was 30 only to have the entire industry that pays for my services swallowed by a defective government.

To get healthcare in this country now you either have to have cancer or be poor. We went from like 50 bucks a month for $500 deductibles to 170 per month and $5000 deductibles. Why? Because we are paying for the healthcare of a bunch of welfare recipients.

 

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[Kak]

I was at a party this past weekend, and this guy was introduced to me by the host as "Dr. John Smith."

How pretentious. I don't introduce myself as "Entrepreneur John Smith."

As a society, why are some people so impressed with doctors? Aside from the clinic, why would anyone ever add someone's profession to an introduction?

Like, let me introduce you to CEO Fred Thomas. Baker Sally Smith. Unemployed Jim Lathe. Superintendent Harry Smother.

Seriously. Why do doctors feel the need to be doctors when they are not at their clinic? Doctors don't impress me.

Wow I love this! This guy I got paired with in a golf game once introduced himself as Dr. Spec. I called him Mr. Spec the whole time. Douche.

Next time someone does that I'm going to call myself CEO KAK

 

[CarrieW]

I figured the mean ones had their patience broken by all the death, bad news, annoying patients, diminishing salaries, increasing paperwork and insurance crap throughout the years.

I figured they were jut

Hmm, I'd feel like being an a**hole too if I went to school until I was 30 only to have the entire industry that pays for my services swallowed by a defective government.

To get healthcare in this country now you either have to have cancer or be poor. We went from like 50 bucks a month for $500 deductibles to 170 per month and $5000 deductibles. Why? Because we are paying for the healthcare of a bunch of welfare recipients.

if this was a new problem I would believe that. except this spans the last 3-4 decades...

 

[JAJT]

I had terrible doctors and terrible dentists my entire life.

Then when I married my wife I adopted her various healthcare practitioners. Both were skinny Indian guys and both have been the best doctor and dentist I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. The dentist knows how to jam a needle in my jaw without me feeling it (which is some voodoo magic I will never understand) and my doctor has been able to set my mind at ease on a few issues with knowledge off the top of his head.

Call it a stereotype but I've totally bought into the "Indian Doctors Kick a$$" stereotype 100%.

 

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[CarrieW]

Wow I love this! This guy I got paired with in a golf game once introduced himself as Dr. Spec. I called him Mr. Spec the whole time. Douche.

Next time someone does that I'm going to call myself CEO KAK

this last guy, the entire office staff calls him dr suess. no wonder they didn't tell me my son was seeing a pa. they call him dr. HE IS A PHYSICIANS ASSISTANT. he was referred to a pediatric orthopedic surgeon (3 specialties for those keeping track) not a pa. (the doctor refused to even see or examine my child even after the pa referred him up... I already had a referral for a DOCTOR)

I have little to no respect for someone just because. I don't really care what letters you have before or after your name. I have respect for people who have respect for me. I can tell very fast when someone does not.

I could have an entire alphabet behind my name and would never think to act that way. I treat everyone with respect until I am disrespected.

I have an innate hatred for people who think they are better than other people, I do not know what it is, but I can pick that shit up and it disgusts me... and I am not one to hold my tongue.

I have 4 appts tomorrow to go to. 1 for me 3 for my kids. I have been sick to my stomach since last week. anticipating these appts. that's how much I am disturbed by the medical system.

the most stressful part of my entire life, hands down, is trying to get medical care. being sick isn't even that bad. I am thankful for my life and everything in it. but the doctors and the stress they cause are going to kill me. I am sure of it. idk when but it will.

2 of the apts are with a doctor for me and my son. an orthopedic surgeon, (my 6th his 2nd) that I only met once, found tolerable, didn't hate him so I am going back. but now I have to take my son... I try VERY HARD to keep the kids and my medical things separate. (long stories why) but now I am forced to take him to my doctor. fingers crossed everything works out ok. (I have to get more injections and the doc has to know wth is wrong with my kid) I am only concerned about the boy and his issue and the fact this guy isn't a pediatric doc and that now I will have all of my attention focused on him and not on me. which means one of us isn't going to get the best care...(me)

this whole thing sucks. the first thing I am doing when I am "fastlane" is hiring a private concierge doctor with cash... F*ck all these assholes and their bullshit games.

sorry rant over. as you can tell I am stressed

 

[CarrieW]

I am so stressed I completely forgot I have another drs appt before the orthopedist LOL that would have sucked. been waiting 3 months for that appt...

so make that 5 appts tomorrow. 2 for me 3 for the kids. just a taste of what I have going on, after tomorrow I have to get a bunch more testing done...

ontop of the drs I am already seeing currently I have to get back again and get tested by a cardiologist (she wants another holter last one was 15yrs ago), a new nephrologist and neurologist. probably a shrink to prove I am not crazy (I was crying @ my first apt LOL) idk what the sleep dr is called that's who I am seeing tomorrow. because even tho I have ddd, herniated disks, pinched nerves and now a new hip injury the dr thinks I have a sleep disorder instead of believing I am in pain LOL

but w/e this new primary is nice. I actually liked her. so I will go see whatever docs she wants and get her tests done and jump through her hoops. she is I think like dr Mathews. one of the good ones. I have only met her once tho. a lot of them can be nice once.

we will see.