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Dear Dr......
Perhaps unorthodox for a COPD information resource site, but several patients offered the following when I requested "If there was something you'd like to say to your Dr, and you haven't been able to for whatever the reason, what would it be?" The intent was to have them express their feelings to the Medical Community (both good and bad), uninterrupted, and to hopefully assist those currently "practicing medicine" as well as students "entering the field". Their letters are below. In all fairness however, it is not intended as merely "one sided" so if anyone in the Medical Field would like to add something, please feel free to do so. Anonyminity will be, and is, guaranteed to all posters but your identity will be confirmed prior to adding your letter or message here. Dear Dr. E,
Since that time I have had several tests completed including but not limited to
pft’s and x-rays. Each time you have made clear all results and any
complications that may arise. Several appointments have been beyond the
scheduled time but before I leave you make sure I understand any new situations
and/or findings.
To Drs....
10 years ago, if my doctor had taken the time to explain COPD to me instead of
telling me to 'google it' I wouldn't be in the condition I find myself in now.
Doctors who have one foot out the door before they even come in the room should
be reported to the provincial College. Using patients lives to make political points about their salaries is simply unacceptable.
Once diagnosed, (I had the flu at the time), I was
immediately put on corticosteroids and I stayed on them for 11 years, never
questioning the doctor about my need for them. A few months ago I was diagnosed
with G. Dear Dr. B, (pulmo doc)
Thank you for treating me with respect and giving me the time to talk about what’s on my mind. I try to hurry because I know how valuable your time is, but you tell me to slow down and then we chat about what has been going on. You’ve always allowed me to try a new drug and then we discuss how it’s been working. The times my pcp hasn’t answered questions you take the time to help with that too. We work together to keep me in the best shape possible and I hope you never leave this area! I trust you with my life because you have proved to be a human being with lots of knowledge and just as much heart.
Dr. PCP,
Please stop saying everything is because I have copd and ignoring what I say is happening!
Dear Dr. L;
You diagnosed me with COPD and told me I was dying all in one breath. You didn't blink an eye. You nearly succeeded in stripping me of my hope and any life I thought I had left. Shame on you!!!
That was 6 years ago.
I can only say Thank God for finding fellow COPDer's and learning from them. From medicines, to treatment, to friendship, caring and compassion. You have a LOT to learn Dr; especially from your patients if you'd take just a moment to LISTEN!
Sincerely, TZ
As a patient or a Health Care individual, if YOU have something you would like to say, please send it to feedback@copdcanada.ca
You MUST include your name and contact info (so that your identity can be confirmed) However; only your initials will be used if added to this page.
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