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Apr 29, 2022, 02:19 PM
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Member Since: Apr 2013
Location: Ontario Land
Posts: 3,592
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Originally Posted by NatalieJastrow
That is insane.
The way I got my dermatologist appointment is this.. when I called to make it they told me they weren't available until October... but I could go on the waiting list.
So when someone canceled I could get their appointment.
Of course.. now, instead of my being able to make an appointment when it is best for me... this helps the doctors to fully utilize their day and schedule when it is best for them. I got notice 1 day before the appointment and had to drop everything if I wanted it.
In the long run i think this does a disservice because I didn't have time to really think about all the issues.
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We have to put our lives on hold to see a doctor. They should pay for transportation to and from the office and time off work.
I was told to put my name on the cancellation list. I'll do that when they call me with an actual appointment date. Right now MyChart states "You have an upcoming AMB REFERRAL TO GYNECOLOGY from your visit with (name of my GP), MD." -- This is a clinic that specializes in skin disorders that affect the nethers.
I have a skin problem that is believed to be due to autoimmunity. It's in my armpits and genital area, so a regular dermatologist could deal with the not-so intimate area. I'm going to ask my doctor when I see her in 2 weeks about this.
My doctor offered another option, but I wasn't too keen on it, since it involves a very unpleasant test.
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