Posted by may-b on July 20, 2002, at 12:51:02
In reply to frustration - the medical monopoly, posted by Elizabeth on July 20, 2002, at 2:24:11
Hi Elizabeth
(Forgive me if two version of this message appear; my first post didn't show up so I tried again...)
Although I have an excellent doctor at the moment, I have experienced disrespectful treatment such as you describe.
>We all know that doctors sometimes appeal to morality -- their own subjective morality -- in making medical decisions. I just wish that my ability to be well didn't depend on whether I can find a doctor whose morals don't make him/her too rigid to prescribe the medication that works for me. It seems like most doctors in average American cities are pretty rigid, alas.The doctors' behaviours you describe in your post seem driven more like an impulse like 'cya' than by any 'morals'. As you say,
>I didn't get the impression that my well-being was a very high priority for him).
Not very 'moral'. [rueful grin.]
Hope you find a doctor who respects your vast experience and self-knowledge.
best wishes,
may-b
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