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Just Want to Talk | Last Active: Mar 6, 2023 | Replies (44)
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@frances007, I certainly can relate. The practice of medicine no longer is science and art, it's business and when the bottom line and getting insurance dollars become a priority, good medical education and appropriate medical care are among the casualties -as well as people's lives. Instead of looking at and listening to patients and providing appropriate treatment too many medical professionals have square eyeballs from watching their mini computer screens. It makes no sense to rely on systems which often crash but in general today's medical practice makes no sense either!
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@kamama94 , you are correct, we as patients are our strongest advocates in our health journey. I recently heard a story from another patient who keeps a journal when she goes to each appointment so that she can have all of her information in one place when she goes to see separate doctors. This helps with all of the messaging in MyChart to have it all in one book vs. where did I send this and to whom and what date, etc.. Sigh. And I cannot imagine the folks who are not capable...dementia, alzeheimer's, no support systems, etc...
I am appalled that @frances007 has had to wait 3 years to see a hepatologist. I realize there is a shortage of them but generally, should be treated by a gastroenterologist in the interim, not a PCP who wants to transfer her care. This makes me very sad.