Guest guest Posted August 21, 2002 Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 , I hope the 9/9 appointment works out for you. I'm so processed base, coming from a multi-national company, that this process is so simple to me and I let the doctors know from the start. I tell them that I AM THEIR CUSTOMER(patient) and they are MY SUPPLIERS(doctors) and that I have a list of requirments that they have to meet in order for them to get paid. Now, I've got to tell you that sometimes the doctors are absolutely flabbergasted and totally put off by my conversation and my requirement, and then I know that I don't want them as my doctors because I'll end up being frustrated and they will end up thinking I'm a " high maintenance " patient and will not want to work with me. It's an unusual way to work with doctors, I admit, but after working this way at Procter & Gamble for so long, and teaching this process to others, it just seems normal to me. I know that you're thinking " this woman is weirder than I thought " , but it's ok, it's just a way that works for me. Kathie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2002 Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 , I hope the 9/9 appointment works out for you. I'm so processed base, coming from a multi-national company, that this process is so simple to me and I let the doctors know from the start. I tell them that I AM THEIR CUSTOMER(patient) and they are MY SUPPLIERS(doctors) and that I have a list of requirments that they have to meet in order for them to get paid. Now, I've got to tell you that sometimes the doctors are absolutely flabbergasted and totally put off by my conversation and my requirement, and then I know that I don't want them as my doctors because I'll end up being frustrated and they will end up thinking I'm a " high maintenance " patient and will not want to work with me. It's an unusual way to work with doctors, I admit, but after working this way at Procter & Gamble for so long, and teaching this process to others, it just seems normal to me. I know that you're thinking " this woman is weirder than I thought " , but it's ok, it's just a way that works for me. Kathie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2002 Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 Kathie, My current pcp is not an internist. He just really doesn't seem to very interested in overseeing my meidcal care. I do have an appt with a new doc who is an internist but it's not til Sep 9th. If all goes well with him, he will be my new pcp. He is my sis-in-laws doc and she insists he has saved her life by insisting that the specialists get answers. Re: For and : Do either one of you go to a pcp who is an internist? If so, ask him or her, who they would go to as a GI. Actually, at least in my brain (which does not function properly all the time), your PRIMARY CARE DOCTOR is the doctor who is TOTALLY RESPONSIBLE for your overall health. Fortunately, I had that situation in Cincinnati and now in New York. They (both woman) believe that NOTHING should happen to me unless she knows about it because she is my PRIMARY care doctor. This process makes so much sense to me that boggles my mind that I never thought about it before when I was looking for a GI here. So, in my case, all 3 of my doctors (the interist, the GI and the surgeon) are all informed of the same thing all the time.My internist even knew I was about to fire the GI if his responsiveness and customer service skills did not improve and he's on his 2nd strike -- she said " no problem " , we get you another one that is just as good. So, bottom line, if your pcp is not an internist, it may be a good idea to get one that is -- they have more training and experience than general pysicians. And, if it is an internist, push on her/him to put on the GI to move his ass or have her recommend her GI to you. I feel certain that your PCP would not put up with what you're putting up with now. Kathie, New York Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2002 Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 Kathie, My current pcp is not an internist. He just really doesn't seem to very interested in overseeing my meidcal care. I do have an appt with a new doc who is an internist but it's not til Sep 9th. If all goes well with him, he will be my new pcp. He is my sis-in-laws doc and she insists he has saved her life by insisting that the specialists get answers. Re: For and : Do either one of you go to a pcp who is an internist? If so, ask him or her, who they would go to as a GI. Actually, at least in my brain (which does not function properly all the time), your PRIMARY CARE DOCTOR is the doctor who is TOTALLY RESPONSIBLE for your overall health. Fortunately, I had that situation in Cincinnati and now in New York. They (both woman) believe that NOTHING should happen to me unless she knows about it because she is my PRIMARY care doctor. This process makes so much sense to me that boggles my mind that I never thought about it before when I was looking for a GI here. So, in my case, all 3 of my doctors (the interist, the GI and the surgeon) are all informed of the same thing all the time.My internist even knew I was about to fire the GI if his responsiveness and customer service skills did not improve and he's on his 2nd strike -- she said " no problem " , we get you another one that is just as good. So, bottom line, if your pcp is not an internist, it may be a good idea to get one that is -- they have more training and experience than general pysicians. And, if it is an internist, push on her/him to put on the GI to move his ass or have her recommend her GI to you. I feel certain that your PCP would not put up with what you're putting up with now. Kathie, New York Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2002 Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 Kathie, I don't think you are weird at all. I realy think that's the way it should work. I am really hoping the internist I'm going to go to will be an advocate for me by ensuring that the specialists are doing all that can be to keep my health issues under control. Re: For Kathie from , I hope the 9/9 appointment works out for you. I'm so processed base, coming from a multi-national company, that this process is so simple to me and I let the doctors know from the start. I tell them that I AM THEIR CUSTOMER(patient) and they are MY SUPPLIERS(doctors) and that I have a list of requirments that they have to meet in order for them to get paid. Now, I've got to tell you that sometimes the doctors are absolutely flabbergasted and totally put off by my conversation and my requirement, and then I know that I don't want them as my doctors because I'll end up being frustrated and they will end up thinking I'm a " high maintenance " patient and will not want to work with me. It's an unusual way to work with doctors, I admit, but after working this way at Procter & Gamble for so long, and teaching this process to others, it just seems normal to me. I know that you're thinking " this woman is weirder than I thought " , but it's ok, it's just a way that works for me. Kathie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2002 Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 Kathie, I don't think you are weird at all. I realy think that's the way it should work. I am really hoping the internist I'm going to go to will be an advocate for me by ensuring that the specialists are doing all that can be to keep my health issues under control. Re: For Kathie from , I hope the 9/9 appointment works out for you. I'm so processed base, coming from a multi-national company, that this process is so simple to me and I let the doctors know from the start. I tell them that I AM THEIR CUSTOMER(patient) and they are MY SUPPLIERS(doctors) and that I have a list of requirments that they have to meet in order for them to get paid. Now, I've got to tell you that sometimes the doctors are absolutely flabbergasted and totally put off by my conversation and my requirement, and then I know that I don't want them as my doctors because I'll end up being frustrated and they will end up thinking I'm a " high maintenance " patient and will not want to work with me. It's an unusual way to work with doctors, I admit, but after working this way at Procter & Gamble for so long, and teaching this process to others, it just seems normal to me. I know that you're thinking " this woman is weirder than I thought " , but it's ok, it's just a way that works for me. Kathie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2002 Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 Kathie, I don't think you are weird at all. I realy think that's the way it should work. I am really hoping the internist I'm going to go to will be an advocate for me by ensuring that the specialists are doing all that can be to keep my health issues under control. Re: For Kathie from , I hope the 9/9 appointment works out for you. I'm so processed base, coming from a multi-national company, that this process is so simple to me and I let the doctors know from the start. I tell them that I AM THEIR CUSTOMER(patient) and they are MY SUPPLIERS(doctors) and that I have a list of requirments that they have to meet in order for them to get paid. Now, I've got to tell you that sometimes the doctors are absolutely flabbergasted and totally put off by my conversation and my requirement, and then I know that I don't want them as my doctors because I'll end up being frustrated and they will end up thinking I'm a " high maintenance " patient and will not want to work with me. It's an unusual way to work with doctors, I admit, but after working this way at Procter & Gamble for so long, and teaching this process to others, it just seems normal to me. I know that you're thinking " this woman is weirder than I thought " , but it's ok, it's just a way that works for me. Kathie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2002 Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 Kathie, I don't think you are weird at all. I realy think that's the way it should work. I am really hoping the internist I'm going to go to will be an advocate for me by ensuring that the specialists are doing all that can be to keep my health issues under control. Re: For Kathie from , I hope the 9/9 appointment works out for you. I'm so processed base, coming from a multi-national company, that this process is so simple to me and I let the doctors know from the start. I tell them that I AM THEIR CUSTOMER(patient) and they are MY SUPPLIERS(doctors) and that I have a list of requirments that they have to meet in order for them to get paid. Now, I've got to tell you that sometimes the doctors are absolutely flabbergasted and totally put off by my conversation and my requirement, and then I know that I don't want them as my doctors because I'll end up being frustrated and they will end up thinking I'm a " high maintenance " patient and will not want to work with me. It's an unusual way to work with doctors, I admit, but after working this way at Procter & Gamble for so long, and teaching this process to others, it just seems normal to me. I know that you're thinking " this woman is weirder than I thought " , but it's ok, it's just a way that works for me. Kathie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2002 Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 , I know how it is with your PCP, mine current one is the same way. He always does the minimum needed to get me out the door and that's it and I really need someone who is aggressive about taking care of my health. So, I just made an appointment to see another doctor ecommended to me by patient servicesl Unfortunately it isn't until November, though they are watching for any cancellations. As soon as they get a cancellation, they are going to call me. Kimber -- Kimber Vallejo, CA hominid2@... Southwest Representative Pancreatitis Association, International Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2002 Report Share Posted August 21, 2002 , I know how it is with your PCP, mine current one is the same way. He always does the minimum needed to get me out the door and that's it and I really need someone who is aggressive about taking care of my health. So, I just made an appointment to see another doctor ecommended to me by patient servicesl Unfortunately it isn't until November, though they are watching for any cancellations. As soon as they get a cancellation, they are going to call me. Kimber -- Kimber Vallejo, CA hominid2@... Southwest Representative Pancreatitis Association, International Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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