Posted by Jane D on June 13, 2001, at 16:37:38
In reply to Re: Psychiatrist Online? Why Not? , posted by sl on June 13, 2001, at 11:20:31
> I can go with a Dr who's not a psychiatrist, but that means I will probably have to KEEP suggesting things cuz this isn't her area.
sl -
This can be a good idea even if you do have a psychiatrist. It's more work but worth it and this site is a good place to start your research. If she's willing to listen to your suggestions you might be able to make it work.
> My regular doctor won't. Her nurse won't even take emails into consideration. I have to call, except she's REALLY hard to get ahold of unless I just keep trying for half a day. So I can't even use email with the doctor I already have!
That may change. More places use e mail every day. But it they can't return phone calls they may not be much better about email.
> But this isn't working. I can't keep running into the Doctor's office to say "this isn't working". I need someone who I can talk to on the phone or email and say this isn't working, here's why: .... and get a response that HELPS.
Some doctors are willing to handle this kind of thing on the phone in between office visits. (Some of them also return phone calls believe it or not.) I just don't know how you would find that out in advance - ask them maybe? I do think your chances of finding a doctor like that are far better than your chances of finding someone who will work exclusively online with you. At least for the next few years. Good luck!
Jane
poster:Jane D
thread:66219
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/20010612/msgs/66349.html