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Post by librarylady on Oct 19, 2022 17:36:50 GMT
...and she is making my blood pressure higher!
I went to the pharmacy to PU a Rx for DH. Pharmacist had a Rx for me as well....a new Rx. Seems the internist has prescribed a new blood pressure Rx for me with NO communication with me. No phone call, no message on the patient portal, nothing. I had the pharmacist keep it thinking it was a mistake. He said he would call the doctor. I send a message through the patient portal and got a reply back from the nurse saying, "You will have to discuss with the doctor."
I have sent a terse message (via the portal) saying how disappointed I was with the Rx. She just renewed the Rx I have been taking for 2 years on October 7th. I have no instructions from her--am I supposed to take 2 medications? Do I take them together? Why did she write this?
I am participating in a clinical study and my blood pressure is sent in daily to her. I had a horrible, terrible, no good day 2 weeks ago and the numbers were high, but went back down the next day. ....again, how about a little communication and not just write a Rx with no communication?
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Post by smalltowngirlie on Oct 19, 2022 17:41:44 GMT
Communication is so key for everything. I hope you get it all straightened out, it sounds extremely frustrating.
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Post by malibou on Oct 19, 2022 17:42:34 GMT
That is crazy annoying. Does she think because you are in a study, that she can just do what she wants? Weird and noncommunicative.
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Post by Basket1lady on Oct 19, 2022 18:02:26 GMT
I think that is a valid reason to be annoyed. I had that happen to me as well and it was enough for me to fire a PCM. It was a controlled substance for back pain, which we never discussed. I really don’t want to take an addicting pain killer unless I NEED it, which I did not. All I asked for was my usually muscle relaxer that I take for a day or so if it hurts.
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Post by pilcas on Oct 19, 2022 18:35:58 GMT
It is actually more than annoying. It is unprofessional and potentially dangerous as you were not told if this is a replacement or an addition to your current meds.
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Post by birukitty on Oct 19, 2022 18:53:59 GMT
It is actually more than annoying. It is unprofessional and potentially dangerous as you were not told if this is a replacement or an addition to your current meds. This 100%! I'd be firing that doctor ASAP and looking for a new one. |
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Post by bc2ca on Oct 19, 2022 18:55:51 GMT
I'm validating you. I'd be very annoyed and questioning the doctor, too.
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Post by revirdsuba99 on Oct 19, 2022 19:17:15 GMT
Not good. Not good at all!!
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Post by auntkelly on Oct 19, 2022 19:40:33 GMT
I would be very frustrated if I were you. I would be frustrated to learn my doctor had prescribed a new medication w/out informing me first. I would also be frustrated that the nurse can't or won't answer your basic questions on the patient portal.
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Post by Really Red on Oct 19, 2022 21:12:05 GMT
Ugh. That would frustrate me to no end. Even if it is a misunderstanding, it's a pretty big one. I hope it's cleared up soon.
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Post by CardBoxer on Oct 19, 2022 21:20:00 GMT
Don’t blame you—dreadful! Any change in meds deserves a conversation in person or by phone.
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Post by stormsts on Oct 19, 2022 21:23:33 GMT
That’s terrible. Communication is so important. I’m sorry you have to deal with this.
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Post by cannmom on Oct 19, 2022 21:30:10 GMT
Hopefully they will get back with you quickly. I think you have good reason to be annoyed.
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Post by AussieMeg on Oct 19, 2022 22:18:53 GMT
Totally valid reason to be annoyed - that kind of miscommunication could be very dangerous! Imagine if someone just started taking both medications at once without checking, and they weren't supposed to?
On a side note: I always see the abbreviation Rx on this board. It's not something we use here. I assume it's short for 'prescription'. But why Rx?
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Post by librarylady on Oct 19, 2022 23:47:54 GMT
Totally valid reason to be annoyed - that kind of miscommunication could be very dangerous! Imagine if someone just started taking both medications at once without checking, and they weren't supposed to? On a side note: I always see the abbreviation Rx on this board. It's not something we use here. I assume it's short for 'prescription'. But why Rx? per google:
According to most sources, Rx is derived from the Latin word “recipe,” meaning “take.” Among several alternative theories, however, is the belief that the Rx symbol evolved from the Eye of Horus, an ancient Egyptian symbol associated with healing powers. |
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Post by librarylady on Oct 19, 2022 23:50:11 GMT
She is not winning points with me. I spoke with someone in her office who told me I would have to speak with the doctor. So far, it is 7 PM, and I have no written reply to my questions in the portal, nor a phone call from her.
This will probably be the exit gate for me with this physician.
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Oct 19, 2022 23:55:16 GMT
I wouldn’t take a new Rx if the doctor hadn’t communicated with me about it. I might have even left it at the pharmacy till I talked with the dr- it could have been some sort of an error on the dr offices part, and not even been meant for you, but for some other patient.
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Post by mom on Oct 20, 2022 0:52:22 GMT
She is not winning points with me. I spoke with someone in her office who told me I would have to speak with the doctor. So far, it is 7 PM, and I have no written reply to my questions in the portal, nor a phone call from her. This will probably be the exit gate for me with this physician. Please, please find another Dr to use. What she is doing is not only unprofessional, its dangerous. |
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Oct 20, 2022 1:09:49 GMT
Also, if you're part of a trial, won't it mess things up to change meds mid-process? It changes a variable.
Yeah, I'd be mad.
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Post by Merge on Oct 20, 2022 1:12:41 GMT
That’s not OK. Please find a new doctor.
I’ve switched to a DO instead of an MD and I’ve been very happy with the level of care.
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Post by pilcas on Oct 20, 2022 11:51:53 GMT
That’s not OK. Please find a new doctor. I’ve switched to a DO instead of an MD and I’ve been very happy with the level of care. What is a DO |
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Post by crimsoncat05 on Oct 20, 2022 13:12:44 GMT
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. They have more of a 'whole person' outlook to medicine / their patients than a DM (Medical Doctor) typically does; traditional medicine is more about 'treat the symptoms' than looking at the patient as a whole. (usually; I'm sure there are exceptions)"From their first days of medical school, DOs are trained to look beyond your symptoms to understand how lifestyle and environmental factors impact your well-being. They practice medicine according to the latest science and technology, but also consider options to complement pharmaceuticals and surgery. As part of their education, DOs receive special training in the musculoskeletal system, your body’s interconnected system of nerves, muscles and bones. By combining this knowledge with the latest advances in medical technology, they offer patients the most comprehensive care available today." |
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Post by Judy26 on Oct 20, 2022 16:38:52 GMT
This post brought up a question I’ve had. I have never had any medical issues other than high cholesterol. I’m on a low dose statin for that. I recently had an appointment for a rotator cuff injury. I had an X-ray of my shoulder that showed osteoporosis. She put me on a steroid for 5 days, recommended I take calcium and vitamin D and ordered a bone density scan. The results are on my portal page and says I have quite severe osteoporosis. The steroid did not help my shoulder pain at all. Since the scan results came back I haven’t heard a word from the doctor. Should I have? I have no idea what the next steps are for treatment of the shoulder or the osteoporosis. Do I need to contact them for follow up? In the past the office would contact me if there was any issue with test results. Sorry for the hijack, OP!
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Post by librarylady on Oct 20, 2022 16:54:30 GMT
This post brought up a question I’ve had. I have never had any medical issues other than high cholesterol. I’m on a low dose statin for that. I recently had an appointment for a rotator cuff injury. I had an X-ray of my shoulder that showed osteoporosis. She put me on a steroid for 5 days, recommended I take calcium and vitamin D and ordered a bone density scan. The results are on my portal page and says I have quite severe osteoporosis. The steroid did not help my shoulder pain at all. Since the scan results came back I haven’t heard a word from the doctor. Should I have? I have no idea what the next steps are for treatment of the shoulder or the osteoporosis. Do I need to contact them for follow up? In the past the office would contact me if there was any issue with test results. Sorry for the hijack, OP! I would call the office and inquire about the osteoporosis.
They will put you on Fosamax (?) but beware--one of those drugs for the osteoporosis causes problems with the jawbone.
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Post by anniefb on Oct 20, 2022 17:38:15 GMT
I agree that is completely unacceptable and potentially very dangerous. I'd be looking for a new dr.
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Post by librarylady on Oct 20, 2022 19:53:50 GMT
Took some calls, but I have an appointment with a new physician on November 1st. (Some physicians won't accept Medicare patients).
I am just going to wait and see if the woman ever responds to me. I have left 2 requests to speak to her on the patient portal and so far, no reply. On the patient portal this morning I asked why she was not responding.
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Post by allison1954 on Oct 20, 2022 22:54:17 GMT
Took some calls, but I have an appointment with a new physician on November 1st. (Some physicians won't accept Medicare patients). I am just going to wait and see if the woman ever responds to me. I have left 2 requests to speak to her on the patient portal and so far, no reply. On the patient portal this morning I asked why she was not responding. I’m amazed you can get a new patient appt so quickly! |
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Post by littlemama on Oct 21, 2022 0:31:03 GMT
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. They have more of a 'whole person' outlook to medicine / their patients than a DM (Medical Doctor) typically does; traditional medicine is more about 'treat the symptoms' than looking at the patient as a whole. (usually; I'm sure there are exceptions)"From their first days of medical school, DOs are trained to look beyond your symptoms to understand how lifestyle and environmental factors impact your well-being. They practice medicine according to the latest science and technology, but also consider options to complement pharmaceuticals and surgery. As part of their education, DOs receive special training in the musculoskeletal system, your body’s interconnected system of nerves, muscles and bones. By combining this knowledge with the latest advances in medical technology, they offer patients the most comprehensive care available today." I know what a DO is supposed to do, but the only experience I have with one is MILs Dr. Every time she has a cold, she goes to this Dr on day 2 or 3 and walks out with an antibiotic prescription for a "sinus infection". |
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Post by robinm on Oct 21, 2022 1:32:23 GMT
It may not have been the doctors doing. Could have been their medical assistant. In my 30 year experience as an in office LPN - medical assistants are not trained well at school.
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Post by librarylady on Oct 21, 2022 2:30:51 GMT
It may not have been the doctors doing. Could have been their medical assistant. In my 30 year experience as an in office LPN - medical assistants are not trained well at school. Possibly, but why no response from anyone in the office to messages left in patient portal? When I spoke to her nurse the reply to me was you have to ask the Dr....and doctor won't respond. |
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