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Transplants | Last Active: Jun 28, 2021 | Replies (313)Comment receiving replies
@keggebraaten @ess77 I suspect all transplant centers have a 24/7 phone number. The last thing they want is for something to go unanswered if a patient has a real problem. I know Mass General has the same as what you describe that Mayo has. I did use it once, I forget what for, but they are very responsive.
The local hospitals are unfortunately not as responsive. Many of them have a message to go to Urgent Care of the ER if you have a problem.
@jerrynord I have had almost every doctor call me at times in response to a portal message! Certainly not for every message, but I think they sometimes feel they can field the question better than someone else in the office. One of my endocrinologists called recently and we conversed for about 20 minutes. I felt that was really above and beyond what I expected.
JK
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JK, I have excellent interaction and response from my Mayo specialists. Several have responded to my portal question or comment via phone call, surprisingly! I'm not used to that kind of involvement w/the doc directly. It's a real treat when you can in just a quick or not so quick chat solve issues and help so much. I really appreciate this. My PCP has called me once. His staff have responded to messages but usually have little idea of what's happening. It's good there's response, but frustrating as well.
How did you find your new PCP? Suggestions?
Blessings, Elizabeth