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Changing Physicians after being seen

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Mayo is notorious for not wanting to change doctors. But it can be done.

I do not know which Mayo you are at. But all have a patient advocacy program. They will take your complaint, investigate it and get the answers from the section you are having problems with.

What you are experiencing is not uncommon. Many patientes just do not click with doctors. Some run into the small percentage of terrible bed side manners. I changed doctors and Mayo.

My wife was given option to change but they warned her that her present doctor was more familiar with her case and medical history. She is comteplating.

Contact the patient advocacy program at the Mayo you are at. That is why they are there. It might turn out they don't let you change but at least your tried and used the patient advocacy program.

I see another poster said get second opinion or get another doctor even if going to another medical provider. Bottom line a patient has to feel they are in good hands, being listen too, and doctor has patient interest as priority.

The motto of Mayo is "Patient First." Sometimes some of them need reminding. I suggest using the patient advocacy program and it might fix the problem. At least at minimum the section and doctor involved will be aware of patients feedback.
Good luck!

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I agree ! If you are still doubtful , call your insurance and find out who is in network. Never be intimidated by a physician who is trying to keep you under his care. You are in control and you can feel better by doing your best. I never, never let a physician I don't trust get another moment of our time. I really don't feel like some physician's have EMPATHY !!