Dr. Rick Nishimura's Availability

Posted by rxpert2005 @rxpert2005, 1 day ago

I'm under the care of Northwestern Hospital's cardiologists in Chicago. They are recommending "prophylactic" valve surgery for my "severe mitral valve regurgitation." I understand that Dr. Rick Nishimura is now retired from active practice, but still does consultations. I registered on the MCC department's portal for having my doctor obtaining a second opinion. Is Dr. Nishimura available for it?"

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Laurie, Volunteer Mentor | @roch | 9 hours ago

@rxpert2005
Welcome to Mayo Connect, the members and volunteer mentors on Connect do not work for Mayo and unfortunately cannot answer your question if a specific provider is available.

I searched Connect for discussions about Dr Nishimura, and there was nothing recent.

If Dr Nishimura is still doing consulting, it may be at request of a provider reviewing your case and not at patient request. Even if you do not have a consult with Dr Nishimura, many of the providers in that area were probably trained by Dr Nishimura.

Hope you hear back soon on your request for 2nd opinion.

joaf37 | @joaf37 | 7 hours ago

In reply to @roch "@rxpert2005 Welcome to Mayo Connect, the members and volunteer mentors on Connect do not work for..." + (show)

Great advice and your point of clarity per your role. I was a patient at Northwester Hospital for two different issues when I lived in Chicago admittedly several years ago. Excellent reputation for years.

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