← Return to So disheartened

Discussion

So disheartened

Neuropathy | Last Active: Aug 17 10:08pm | Replies (34)

Comment receiving replies
@nancyworld

Oh my goodness, that is interesting. I'll need to find out more about that. I don't know what "consult only" practice means unless it means that you must always be referred to each appointment with a neurologist rather than establishing with them after an initial referral.

I wonder because the onset of peripheral neuropathy is what sent me to my Primary at Mayo Scottsdale last September, and it's worsened quite a bit since then. I was diagnosed with kappa free light chain MGUS. My next appointment for follow-up labs and doctor meeting is in June. I'm expecting to request a sural nerve biopsy at that point since this is affecting my balance and ability to get around.

I don't mean to highjack you here. I think we may have some similar concerns.

Jump to this post


Replies to "Oh my goodness, that is interesting. I'll need to find out more about that. I don't..."

@nancyworld, consultative practice involves patient care. Take a condition like cancer. Patients come to Mayo Clinic for a second opinion, get an evaluation and a treatment plan. The patient has the option to continue the treatment plan at Mayo Clinic or to return to a facility closer to home. For example, some patients choose to have surgery at Mayo Clinic, but chemotherapy in the home state.