Doctors have tunnel vision, and some do. I was frustrated with the information I was getting on my first visit, so I went with a list of questions and things I wanted the next time. As soon as I started asking him, he gave great answers, and I came away with enough information that I knew things were on the right track. As a last choice, if you continue not to like the communication you are getting from your doctor, find another one. You do not have to stay with them; if you upset them by leaving, they may look at how they practice. I have done this before. When my primary changed her practice, and I needed to find a new doctor, I spent a year going from one doctor to another until I found one I liked. Even with where I am, I can choose any doctor I want. This is for primary care. I could also do it in the pulmonologist group as well.