Posted by JohnL on January 18, 2000, at 3:29:57
In reply to Re: Can you recommend a good pdoc in Boston?, posted by Elizabeth on January 17, 2000, at 23:19:01
> > Hi everyone,
> >
> > Can someone recommend an expert psychopharmacologist in Boston?
>
> Oodles. Any specific requests?Hi Elizabeth. No, nothing specific. There aren't any good pdocs in Maine. The Psychiatric Association in Maine said I should look at finding a pdoc in Boston. They had high regards for both Mass General and McClean. It's about 1 1/2 hour drive for me, but worth it for someone of high calibre. Desirable traits are:
1. Accessibility...reachable by phone in case of severe adverse reaction, worsened depression on a new drug, whatever, etc. Don't want someone who is so overextended they can't return my call.
2. Expertise in psychopharmacology in treating stubborn depression. Pdocs in Maine are generally ignorant of many things discussed in Dr Bob's Tips. I've been told doctors tend to get lazy when they settle into Maine. It would be nice to have a pdoc who is no stranger to all the tricks of the trade.
3. Someone who allows some degree of patient participation in drug selection and strategy.
4. Someone who appears to be in love with their work.Is there anyone like that?
Thanks,
JohnL
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