If you and your rheumatologist are not a good fit it can affect your progress
if you need long term management. Keep in mind there can be shortages of
specialists in some areas and long waits for referrals. Do you have a primary
physician to confer with about other options? Do you have access to your
visit summaries and labs.
I lost my first rheumatologist to family needs and her job change. My second
rheum gaslighted me when she was stuck on her diagnosis and disregarded
my history and symptoms. The third young woman rheumatologist has been
wonderful and very thorough and communicative. All three were well trained.
I’m thinking you may continue to find support here with other patients’
experiences.