Posted by franco neuro on May 11, 2005, at 19:48:44
In reply to FRANCO Read this before answering my previous post, posted by rfied on May 3, 2005, at 21:37:35
> Franco, Hi, what is your impression of Dr Bravermans office/approach, I'm thinking of taking my daughter there(mitral valve prolapse causing anxiety,depression) but SNRI not working. Is it all legit or just forcing u to buy his vitamin supplements, BEAM really show your neuro trans condition?? Is 1st appt like 5 hours total? any input would be appreciated before I blow $$$
Thanks, blessings
rfied
>Hi,
Sorry it took so long to respond. I've been out of the loop for a couple of weeks. Also sorry to here that your daughter is having some problems. I'm reluctant to give anyone advice on whether they should see a particular doctor or take a particular medication. All I can do is pass on my experiences. I don't know what kind of insurance you have, but if your planning on paying out of pocket be prepared to dig deep. If you tell them you have no insurance and are financially strapped they will give a big discount. But it's still going to be expensive.
The first visit will last the better part of a day. I think I was there about six hours. After all the testing you get about a half an hour with Braverman. I think, in my case, the BEAM was pretty accurate. Also, the Millon psychological diagnostic test. I also had an EKG and an ultrasound of my heart. And had six vials of blood taken. This was all well and good. The problem is, after all was said and done, I'm still pretty much trying to cure myself. The guy is really hard to get any time with after the first visit.
Also, when I've gone back to discuss medication adjustments or switches they always try to get me to take another round of very expensive tests. I mean $200 for an 18 question 20 minute cognative function test. Come on. I'm not saying the guy isn't smart. He picked the right medication for a friend of mine and while it hasn't completely cured him it has given him his life back. But I think a lot of other doctors would have come up with the same very popular drug (Lamictal) for a lot less money. Maybe not.
As for me, my psychological issues are secondary to my chronic pain and chronic fatigue. I think I may have finally found the answer in the book "Tuning the Brain" by retired genius Dr. Jay A. Goldstein. The problem is I still need a doctor to help me with his medication protocol. I'm not sure for me that Dr. Braverman is the guy. I haven't given up on him yet though and plan on going back and getting him to work for some of the money I spent there. It's always a crap shoot. That's why I cringe at the thought of going to yet another doctor. I hope this has been some help to you. Good luck.
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