Never EVER settle

So, my wife recently got a new pain management doctor, and I have to say I am sorry we didn’t go to this guy years ago. Of course, first impressions of a relationship are always better than they are several years down the road, but his office staff is courteous and professional, his nurses are pleasant and positive and the doctor himself is a breath of fresh air. Whereas her previous physician was very negative and quite conservative with her treatment, this new guy is optimistic and looks forward to treating her.

My point today is not to become complacent about your care and your doctor. Do not assume that your doctor is the only one out there capable of treating your condition. Just the same way Windows is a great OS, it requires periodic upgrades and changes to make it better. So it goes with doctors. Don’t be afraid to go out shopping if your relationship with your pain management doctor is not all it could be. You absolutely have the right to the best care possible and the most professional staff and treatment available to you. Now, let’s not go nuts…if you like your doctor and think they give good care – by all means stick with them. But if you think there might be more or better out there for you – go out and look. There is no harm in kicking the tires a little bit on a new physician. Use the requisite caution, of course, as pain management can be a small community.

That’s all I’m saying. Don’t settle. Don’t become complacent with your doctor. The laws of supply and demand apply to every business.

Have a great week!