16-03-2013, 05:12 AM
Misty,
I wouldn't be too concerned about the "new patient" issue. If you're going to her on a referral, you'll not be considered a long-term client. Hopefully 1, or possibly 2 visits will suffice. 2 visits only if she wants to re-conduct the tests, or additional tests.
Since you're not sure if PM has had any effect on your test results, you probably don't need to volunteer that info, unless she asks. Myself, I would initially hold that info back, to see if she might have a ready explanation for your results. But, be prepared to enlighten her if she asks specifically if you're taking anything additional. Being involved in the TG/TS community, she shouldn't be taken aback at all by any mention of GD, should that even come up. I suspect the most likely way that might arise, would be if she asks how and why you came to be referred to her. Many doctors now ask for a complete list of meds that patients are taking, including herbs. Again, should you mention PM, I wouldn't expect her to be unduly surprised, in her position, she's probably seen things we can't even imagine.
One other thing. If you do see her, and become a patient over time, (good experience for her) AND if she does understand PM, you may just be lucky enough to have her prescribe it for you. Let your insurance provide it for you. Wonder if that's in any companies' formulary? Not a joke. I've had doctors prescribe me a 6-pack of beer and aspirin for when I had my vasectomy. And another one prescribed sloe gin for strep throat. Weird things can happen. Good luck with your decision, Patti
I wouldn't be too concerned about the "new patient" issue. If you're going to her on a referral, you'll not be considered a long-term client. Hopefully 1, or possibly 2 visits will suffice. 2 visits only if she wants to re-conduct the tests, or additional tests.
Since you're not sure if PM has had any effect on your test results, you probably don't need to volunteer that info, unless she asks. Myself, I would initially hold that info back, to see if she might have a ready explanation for your results. But, be prepared to enlighten her if she asks specifically if you're taking anything additional. Being involved in the TG/TS community, she shouldn't be taken aback at all by any mention of GD, should that even come up. I suspect the most likely way that might arise, would be if she asks how and why you came to be referred to her. Many doctors now ask for a complete list of meds that patients are taking, including herbs. Again, should you mention PM, I wouldn't expect her to be unduly surprised, in her position, she's probably seen things we can't even imagine.
One other thing. If you do see her, and become a patient over time, (good experience for her) AND if she does understand PM, you may just be lucky enough to have her prescribe it for you. Let your insurance provide it for you. Wonder if that's in any companies' formulary? Not a joke. I've had doctors prescribe me a 6-pack of beer and aspirin for when I had my vasectomy. And another one prescribed sloe gin for strep throat. Weird things can happen. Good luck with your decision, Patti