What if you do not trust your doctor?

Tater Tazz · Post by **Tater Tazz** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 3:56 am

I have to go back to the surgeon this week. I really do not trust him to much, because of the stuff he put me through last year. But, this time after he did surgery, (two weeks later) HE INFORMED ME A SCREW HE PUT IN THE SPINE MOVED AND HE WANTS TO WATCH IT. I think he is trying to make up for lying last year. So, I guess my question is should I trust him? or, should I keep getting another opion? thanks tazz:D

RedGlitter · Post by **RedGlitter** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 4:05 am

Tater, if in doubt, toss him out! Seriously. If you feel iffy about your doctor, there is probably a good reason you have a gut instinct. I've changed doctors when I was uncomfortable too. I certainly wouldn't let this guy do any more surgery on you if if you don't feel comfortable with him. I suggest getting another or maybe several other opinions. What happened last year??

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 4:20 am

Id slash his tires and leave a note on his windshield telling him you hope his house doesnt burn down anytime soon before leaving.

Peg · Post by **Peg** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 7:51 am

If you don't trust him/her, it's time for a change. You also have the right to a second opinion. You can't be afraid to ask questions either. Ask to see the x-rays, etc. also. My husband is the type that if the doctor said to drink urine 3 times a day, he would. I'd be on the phone in a heartbeat asking why.:wah:

cherandbuster · Post by **cherandbuster** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 8:16 am

Hiya TSquared

I agree with the above posters. It's your body and your health we are talking about. Make sure you have copies of any magnetic imaging (x-rays, MRIs, CT scans) and bring them to another physician.

I think it will give you great peace of mind :-6

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 8:46 am

Get a another Dr. this is your spine were talking about. First tell him why you want a change and dump him..

Tater Tazz · Post by **Tater Tazz** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 9:06 am

RedGlitter;501915 wrote: Tater, if in doubt, toss him out! Seriously. If you feel iffy about your doctor, there is probably a good reason you have a gut instinct. I've changed doctors when I was uncomfortable too. I certainly wouldn't let this guy do any more surgery on you if if you don't feel comfortable with him. I suggest getting another or maybe several other opinions. What happened last year??

I did get second and third opion, no one wanted to fix this guys mistake, so I was stuck with him doing second surgery. Now, i am possible looking at third surgery, because one screw from his new surgery is loose. So, today I did something funny, I applied at his facility, I figure I am always there so why not apply. haha

:wah: Have to laugh about everything are I will get depressed.

sunny104 · Post by **sunny104** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 9:09 am

hope everything goes well for you...:yh_hugs

Marie5656 · Post by **Marie5656** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 11:05 am

Be up front with the surgeon and let him know you would like someone else to take a look.

Tater Tazz · Post by **Tater Tazz** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 3:30 pm

It's not that easy with this guy. He's slammed doors in my face yelled at me and when I was in recovery room, He pulled a drama queen act. He was yelling there was no way the first surgery was that loose and then stormed out.

BabyRider · Post by **BabyRider** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 3:32 pm

$hit-can him and tell him why.

Tater Tazz · Post by **Tater Tazz** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 3:38 pm

BabyRider;502496 wrote: $hit-can him and tell him why.

I really want to but no-one else will fix it here. They tell me and husband to have this guy fix it. It really s****

Lulu2 · Post by **Lulu2** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 3:47 pm

There must be an organization of orthopedic surgeons somewhere near you. Contact them and tell them what you've told us. Ask them for help. Good luck.

cars · Post by **cars** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 3:58 pm

GET A NEW ONE!!! :wah:

And consider a "Mal-Practice Law siut"! Sue his behind off, and see if that doesn't change his bed-side manner, & make him a little more civil!

BabyRider · Post by **BabyRider** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 4:02 pm

Tater Tazz;502505 wrote: I really want to but no-one else will fix it here. They tell me and husband to have this guy fix it. It really s****
Well that is pretty ********** lousy of them. Write to the AMA, tell them you can't even get help from another Doctor. Wusses.

Post by **Bryn Mawr** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 4:11 pm

Tater Tazz;502493 wrote: It's not that easy with this guy. He's slammed doors in my face yelled at me and when I was in recovery room, He pulled a drama queen act. He was yelling there was no way the first surgery was that loose and then stormed out.

If this is typical of his behaviour then I'd question his aptitude to continue in his post.

Do you have an equivalent to out General Medical Council?

At the very least a letter to his employers documenting your problems might help.

RedGlitter · Post by **RedGlitter** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 8:02 pm

Tater Tazz;502493 wrote: It's not that easy with this guy. He's slammed doors in my face yelled at me and when I was in recovery room, He pulled a drama queen act. He was yelling there was no way the first surgery was that loose and then stormed out.

Are you kidding us?? :-2 Run, don't walk, away from this clown! I'm serious, back surgery as you know, is a touchy procedure and you do not need some dickish hothead yelling at you and slamming doors in your face and acting like that. How can you trust his surgery if you can't trust his behavior?? You don't know what he could do while you're under. Someone will take you on. Keep hunting doctors until you find him or her!

Lulu2 · Post by **Lulu2** » Mon Jan 01, 2007 8:06 pm

Which is why it's a good idea to contact a professional organization of othopedic surgeons...they'll know a good one near 'Tater AND save her a lot of time/energy looking.

Bill Sikes · Post by **Bill Sikes** » Tue Jan 02, 2007 6:18 am

Tater Tazz;502109 wrote: I did get second and third opion, no one wanted to fix this guys mistake, so I was stuck with him doing second surgery. Now, i am possible looking at third surgery, because one screw from his new surgery is loose. So, today I did something funny, I applied at his facility, I figure I am always there so why not apply. haha

:wah: Have to laugh about everything are I will get depressed.

Get it looked at, if you've got a screw loose (!) it can suffer metal fatigue from

repeated strain, and break. Apart from immediate problems, this can lead to

problems as any new fixing will have to be re-sited. Good luck, get a second

opinion.

Tater Tazz · Post by **Tater Tazz** » Tue Jan 02, 2007 10:52 am

Lulu2;502847 wrote: Which is why it's a good idea to contact a professional organization of othopedic surgeons...they'll know a good one near 'Tater AND save her a lot of time/energy looking.

He is in a orthpedic group, suppose to be the best in connecticut. That's why I am having problems. I have heard talk about people calling him the golden boy of surgery. I personnally think doctors are letting him fall on his own. Even my primary care doc does not care for him. I have to go back tommorow to see what he says. I think I will kill him with kindness tommorow. ha ha hopefully the screw did not move anymore and I will not have to deal with him anymore. Thank you everyone for caring and listening to me. Tazz:D

buttercup · Post by **buttercup** » Tue Jan 02, 2007 12:32 pm

I have trust issues with all doctors.

Tater Tazz · Post by **Tater Tazz** » Thu Jan 04, 2007 10:11 am

Well I went to the doctor, waited an hour and a half to see him for only 5 miniutes. He told me the screw did not move anymore since the first time and to rest more. Keep taken meds. for the pain. I have to go back on jan. 31. Tommorow I am going to get my transcript from the hospital to see what exactly was wrong with the first surgery. I really think if there is anything on them I will have to seek legal advise. I hope i am doing the right thing. Tazz:D