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What could doctors do better for people with epilepsy?
Epilepsy & Seizures | Last Active: Apr 2 7:15am | Replies (71)Comment receiving replies
I have almost nothing but praise for my neurologist. When I suggested a change in my meds which was the suggestion of my phlebotomist, he agreed to try it, and it worked.
The only thing that could be a problem for some is that it’s a major teaching institution and so in addition to the doctor and patient there often are a resident and 2 more young folks in white coats (med students, interns?) visibly trying to remember what I said about my symptoms during the visit.
My last visit one of those young white coats was told to check the strength in my arms and legs. As she did, I glanced at the professor’s (my neurologist) face. He was watching her technique, not my reactions. Which is ok. I know that I recovered very well from the meningioma surgery.
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@methel Thanks for sharing. I went to a teaching hospital in Florida (before Mayo) and it was a somewhat unsettling experience simply because my situation is a little unusual because besides my epilepsy I also have something called Central Sensitization Syndrome so there were more questions about me than with me. However, I felt that if I could help someone else learn it might help a future patient. Thanks for sharing, and glad things went well for you.
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Hi @methel
Thank you for you so much for your sharing of experiences.
What a blessing to have found a doctor who genuinely listens and respects your input. I'm really happy for you!
It's wonderful that when a resident was involved in your care, your doctor was there with him or her. Unfortunately, this doesn't always happen, as I've experienced myself.
Beyond listening to you and respecting your opinions, what other things make your doctor so special to you?
Chris
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