Went to a New Doctor Today / myLot

United States

February 27, 2023 4:44pm CST

I am having an issue that required me to see a new doctor today. The previous 2 that I had seen for this same issue both recommended surgery. I was not happy with that. The new doctor asked me why I would want to have surgery if I could try 2 less drastic things instead. I told him those were my thoughts exactly. So I am happy to have a new doctor that actually is on the same wavelength as me. It feels good to be supported. Do you just go to the doctors you're referred to, or do you shop around to find a doctor you are happy with?

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Judy Evans

@JudyEv (325594)

• Rockingham, Australia

28 Feb 23

We went on a recommendation and have been really, really pleased with the new practice. There are ten doctors at least there but so far we've always been able to see the same one.

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Eva James

@wolfgirl569 (95042)

• Marion, Ohio

28 Feb 23

I do both. Its good to get more than one opinion

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Marlina

@marlina (154166)

• Canada

1 Mar 23

Glad you are seeing a new doc

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Vicki, #1 Creek Girl

@1creekgirl (40489)

• United States

1 Mar 23

Whatever the problem is, I pray you'll be well.

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Ron Rybs

@Ronrybs (17854)

• London, England

28 Feb 23

I guess some Docs are just keen on using a scalpel!

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eli

@pitsipeahie (4277)

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28 Feb 23

Depends on the situation. Sometimes yes, sometimes no. If I want to hear other opinion I go and see other doctors who I'm okay with.

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Jenaisle

@Jenaisle (14078)

• Philippines

27 Feb 23

I always find a doctor I am happy with because if I don't trust my doctor I know I won't recover as quickly as I can. The condition of the mind is one important factor in recuperation, It's always best to ask for second opinions especially if you don't trust your previous doctor,

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OceanTiara

@RebeccasFarm (86729)

• United States

28 Feb 23

I am happy for you..it is hard to find a decent doc.

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Four Walls

@FourWalls (62076)

• United States

28 Feb 23

I’m blessed that I have VA doctors and private health insurance. I can get a second opinion very easily. I’m very thankful you found a doctor who’s not surgery happy.

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Judy Story

@jstory07 (134388)

• Roseburg, Oregon

12 Mar 23

I hope the new Doctor will work out for you.

rakski

@rakski (112925)

• Philippines

27 Feb 23

that is good. Just like you, I will not just rely on one doctor. I look for a doctor that will make me happy

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RasmaSandra

@RasmaSandra (73326)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

27 Feb 23

I am glad you found yourself a doctor who agrees with you. I have not seen one in ages,

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Ruby Hawk

@RubyHawk (99425)

• Atlanta, Georgia

28 Feb 23

I do both, I go to specialists I'm referred to, but I changed my family doctor recently because I found a doctor that is much closer to where I live..

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Marie Coyle

@MarieCoyle (28393)

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27 Feb 23

I think there are so many doctors that feel surgery is the answer to almost everything, or else they don't want to mess with people so they just forward them on to the surgeons. And yes, I check reviews on doctors and shop around.

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