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Is anyone using a teledoc neurologist?
We have a neurologist and he diagnosed my husband with early Alzheimer's in September. Our next appointment is in February and I need to change it due to his cataract surgery. I would also like a prescription for sundowning which has gotten much worse in this last month. No one in his office picks up calls and it is near impossible to get a return call. This is a problem that several of his patients have complained about. I am wondering if anyone has used a doctor on teledoc. I am losing patience with this practice and we need to have a neurologist who can be contacted when needed. We have the test results and the diagnosis so I am thinking that teledoc would work for regular appointments to monitor progression.
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Hello, we have a shortage of Neurologists in our state (Oregon), so we are waiting in a nearly year-long line just to get a virtual appointment to meet with a Neurologist online.
I fear that the meds his primary put him on are not a good fit (second try), and waiting this long to see an expert I fear we are losing precious time and subjecting him to meds that are not helping and may be harming. Very frustrating!
Hugs to you and Happy New Year.
Consider enrolling in a clinical trial. Look at these sites:
https://www.mayo.edu/research/clinical-trials/search-results
https://www.alzheimers.gov/clinical-trials/find-clinical-trials
Participating in trials, such as observational or drug trials, can give you access to the best neurology staff in the country. Some studies are eager for enrollees.
Even if the study is not nearby, you may be able to travel to a study location just once a year—or every few months so—to participate. It is worth it, and you will be helping people coming after you, including family members who may or may not be predisposed to Alzheimer’s.
My husband and I participate in several studies at the same place. And when we have needs or questions, including medication changes, we contact them through MyChart and always hear back. And we have had virtual appointments with neurologists involved. We are blessed.
Thank you! I will look into that. I am in the same boat as Judi. A shortage of neurologists in my part of NJ. I can go to Philly or NYC but my husband is a very difficult traveler when it comes to these big cities.