Do you trust your Doctor? When comes to giving out drugs.

I don't trust them and always look on the internet for information before taking them. My girlfriend family doctor gave her a medicine for her Diabetes but on the box it says don't take it if you have bad kidney damage which will make much worse. Her kidney doctor told her not to take it and her family doctor got mad and told her to take anyway.
 

If her family doctor got "mad" he is not very professional, is he? If she has a serious condition requiring a specialist, then she should listen to her nephrologist which I'm assuming is her kidney doctor. She can ask that the doctors consult with each other.
 
It is sometimes very helpful , to consult with the Pharmacist or Chemist, who dispenses the prescription, before you get it, asking them if it conflicts with your other meds or with your illness.

They are often very educated, in this particular area of expertise, and can guide you, whether or not to ask more info from doctors, regarding prescriptions.
 
My previous doctor ?
No ! He was too Tick-a-dee-boo to fill out a prescription for anything. Ching Ching

My current medical doctor and staff are amazing. They integrate holistic care with conventional care which is perfect for me. I really like my doctor. He’s an older guy who always takes his time with me. He’s so thorough and acts like he’s got all day. I’ve never felt rushed there plus he gave me a cannabis prescription so he’s the coolest ever.
 
No way, no how! He has, twice, prescribed drugs that were loaded with contraindications, one I was allergic to, and it was on my allergy list! I had to do the research to discover it was the same drug, different name. Pharmacist missed it, too! Glad I never took it!
 
Years ago when I was waiting at the desk to get the date of my next visit, I overheard the Doctor tell the receptionist to send another patient for tests. She asked him what Doctor and he said send him to Dr. B......because he had already given Dr. S... . enough business that day already. Needless to say I never made another appointment with him and switched Doctors.
 
Sorry to say so, but no. The drug companies make a lot of money out of doctors prescribing their products, and I'm sure they all have shares. I always check on the internet before taking anything new. It's useful to know what side-effects to expect, as well as what it is actually prescribed for. There are times when a complaint can be cured in a natural way, without the use of drugs.
 
I trust my PCP but I also read up on any new prescriptions that he adds to the list or any vaccines, supplements, OTC meds that I add to the list. I also review the various test results and compare them to previous tests to assure myself that things are staying the same or are headed in the right direction.

It just makes sense to me that I have more to lose than he does so I trust but verify.
 
I trust my doctor, I have been his patient for over 20 years, so he know what meds. to give me.
Right now I am on painkillers that are quite strong and he has called twice to see how I am doing.
I also trust my pharmacist who called and explained the painkillers and that they would not
cause problems with the meds. that I take daily.
 
The web site "Propublica" has been tracking the Billions of dollars flowing from the drug companies to the doctors, for years.

https://projects.propublica.org/docdollars/

Before getting "hooked" on any prescription drugs, it would be wise to check out this data...AND do some research on the various side effects and interactions between multiple prescriptions....via sites like WebMD, MayoClinic, Drugs.com, etc.

There are any number of reasons why 7 of the top 10 best paying careers are in the Medical Professions.
 
If her family doctor got "mad" he is not very professional, is he? If she has a serious condition requiring a specialist, then she should listen to her nephrologist which I'm assuming is her kidney doctor. She can ask that the doctors consult with each other.
Many doctors get mad when you challenge or disagree with them - many have a God complex.
 
Yes, I trust my Internist. He knows my conditions and always takes them into consideration when he prescribes for me. He is very knowledgeable about the medicines a person with my conditions should not take or only take for a short period of time so they don't do any damage.
 
Do you trust your Doctor? When comes to giving out drugs

Uh, no
My doctor recommended something to control my cholesterol
Even though my cholesterol is good, exceptionally good
I asked why
She said due to my age
Asked her if she heard what she just said

I do believe they emerge from seminars, and go for it
Not on my watch
 
Do you trust your Doctor? When comes to giving out drugs

Uh, no
My doctor recommended something to control my cholesterol
Even though my cholesterol is good, exceptionally good
I asked why
She said due to my age
Asked her if she heard what she just said

I do believe they emerge from seminars, and go for it
Not on my watch
Yup. "This drug will protect you." I'm amazed at how many fall for it & robotically obey. Advertising works.
 
I chose my primary care doctor because he saw my mother to give clearance as a favor to her foot doctor, who he shared an office with. The doctor forgot to get clearance from her doctor. He was so kind and thorough that we changed to him. That was at least 20 years or more ago. I mostly trust him. From dealing with doctors as part of my work, I came to realize they don't know everything. If I want to know about medications and their interactions, not only do I check online, I'll double check with my pharmacist even though my doctor has explained possible risks and side effects. My PCP spends a lot of time with me and if he doesn't know the answer, he'll consult appropriate literature while I'm there. I can discuss any concerns with him. Sometimes we have to compromise on proposed treatment plans. He's a bit younger than me so I hope he can remain my doctor until I leave here.
 
A week after New Years my doc did blood work and told me my blood pressure was slightly high, very slight and gave a script. What did she expect, the time of year when you drink more, eat more junk.....of course it was slightly high. Told her I would go back to eating proper, she shrugged, we have that kind of doctor/patient relationship.

Did not fill the script, she runs another batch of blood work next month, then I will tell her what I did with her script :unsure:
 


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