CheckEmoji Community · the emoji forum
🏠 Home 🆕 What's new ❓ Unanswered 🔥 Popular 📡 RSS Members 👥 0 online
log in · register
Home › Lifestyle › Health › Looking for a specialist...

Looking for a specialist...

Started by Sam Lopez · · 👁 353 views · 4.7K replies

📡 Subscribe to replies

Participants Sam LopezRyan Sanchez55rustymoose54hollowhawk15Bradley Morgan3Gerald Young4Elizabeth Ruiz2Casey Palmer5Betty Bennett10Alex Foster6slyhound5silentowl43swiftviper6Eric Myers6Jacob Reed37Kevin White5Alexander Williams72Sean Doyleshadowcrane192Jessica Taylor69Michael Sanchez7Dennis Mitchell52Jason Bennett56Henry Rivera70 …
Richard Young10 Richard Young10 Member
33 messages
joined Feb 2011
#2041 ·
Hey everyone, I’ve been dealing with some issues lately and was wondering if anyone could point me toward a truly GOOD urologist in Washington, D.C.... It doesn't really matter if they have a private practice or work through a major hospital system, I just need someone who can squeeze me in as soon as possible. I'm really hoping to get an exam sorted out sooner rather than later... Thanks in advance!
Alexander Morales50 Alexander Morales50 Newcomer
1 message
joined Mar 2011
#2042 ·
Hey there.
Got hit hard by a fever and a nasty sore throat this weekend—total nightmare. Fever’s finally chilled out, but my throat is still killing me and my tonsils are swollen as hell. I really need to see someone, but my regular doctor is out of town and I’m stuck working in Washington, D.C. right now.
Is there anywhere else I can just walk into to get checked out? Or can I actually switch to a new doctor here in D.C. on short notice?
Thanks a ton
Grace Anderson3 Grace Anderson3 Member
16 messages
joined May 2011
#2043 ·
Can anyone recommend a private oral surgeon in the San Francisco area?
I'm honestly fed up with the endless waiting games and the back-and-forth arguments with different dentists over whether a tooth needs to come out or not. I just want this done ASAP.
Does anyone know someone reliable who’s actually good at extracting molars? Also, any idea what the going rate is for a procedure like that?
Nancy Price46 Nancy Price46 Member
10 messages
joined Apr 2003
#2044 ·
Absolute legend of a dentist—Dr. Trubić (right by Chipoteka)
He pulled all my wisdom teeth except for one—which he actually referred out to a surgeon who handled it super smoothly and professionally about two years ago for $333
For the rest of the extractions, I think he charged me around $400 or maybe $150 per tooth (if my memory serves me right)
I’m not really sure about his rates for other fillings or extractions

But honestly, I recommend him without hesitation because the guy is just a total pro!
boldlynx18 boldlynx18 Member
13 messages
joined Dec 2012
#2045 ·
Alexander Morales50 said:Hey there! Just saying hi...
Man, I got absolutely wrecked by this bug over the weekend... just hit me out of nowhere with a crazy high fever and a throat that felt like I swallowed broken glass. My temperature finally decided to chill out and get back to normal, but my throat is still super raw and my tonsils are swelling up like crazy... I really ought to go see a doctor about it, but my primary physician is out of town right now, and I've got to be at work in Washington, D.C....
Is there anywhere else I can go to get this checked out? Or maybe I could at least find a way to switch over to a different doctor in Washington, D.C. on short notice...
Thanks a million...

Just give him a call so he can call in an antibiotic prescription for you, since you already have the electronic script ready to go... then you can just swing by the nearest CVS or Walgreens and pick it up...
Grace Lewis6 Grace Lewis6 Member
29 messages
joined Nov 2015
#2046 ·
How is he supposed to just rewrite an antibiotic prescription without seeing him?

@Melissa Miller2, if it’s really at the point where you can't push through this without medical help, maybe try heading to the ER at the local hospital...
coppergardener coppergardener Active Member
137 messages
joined Jun 2006
#2047 ·
You could always head to an urgent care clinic or perhaps the after-hours facility at a local community health center—though keep in mind those weekend options are a bit more limited. I know of a couple near the downtown area and another toward the suburbs, but you really ought to call ahead for the others just to be safe; there is nothing worse than driving all over town only to find the doors locked, wouldn't you agree?
Alternatively, you might consider finding a physician who is currently accepting new patients. Once you connect with them, they’ll provide you with the necessary paperwork to fill out, which you then take down to the local Social Security or Medicare office—well, the equivalent insurance agency here—to get everything processed. They will handle the official filings, and you'll end up with copies: one to hand over to your new doctor and another for your previous one to facilitate the transfer of your medical records—unless, of course, they coordinate that behind the scenes. Personally, I live in Washington, D.C., yet I don't actually have my primary residence registered here, and I managed to successfully switch over to a new doctor without much fuss. That said, I suspect you can't just swap doctors on a whim every other week; there is likely some rule requiring a full year to pass between changes. If you need to move sooner than that, your best bet is to check with the insurance office—they might allow an exception if you simply cite a change of address as the reason.
If this is where you live and work, my advice would be to simply settle in with the new doctor and stay put; you never truly know when you might need reliable medical coverage again, do you?
Brian Wilson Brian Wilson Newcomer
1 message
joined Jul 2011
#2048 ·
Rident is definitely the way to go. They have plenty of great options, but Dr. Varljen is absolutely top-tier 🙂
Nancy Price46 Nancy Price46 Member
10 messages
joined Apr 2003
#2049 ·
jadecobra89 said:After getting a glowing recommendation for Tomislav Tamarut as a top-tier dentist, I finally went in—and man, I have to say, his patience and skill are absolutely spot on! Seriously, go see him, you won't regret it! 🙂

Sorry, I just can't help myself—I'm always super skeptical when I see "recommendations" from forum users whose entire history is just one single, godforsaken post.
ruggedpilot16 ruggedpilot16 Newcomer
3 messages
joined Mar 2011
#2050 ·
ruggedpilot16, I have been wondering lately, have you been dealing with an unusual amount of stress, or perhaps feeling a bit depressed or anxious?
Ronald Anderson6 Ronald Anderson6 Newcomer
2 messages
joined Mar 2011
#2051 ·
Hi there, I am looking for a general practitioner in the area between Washington Square and the neighborhood near where an American lives... something like that. If anyone has a recommendation, it would be greatly appreciated :-) Feel free to PM me if you prefer.
briskpanther18 briskpanther18 Newcomer
3 messages
joined Mar 2011
#2052 ·
Elizabeth Hill48 said:I am looking for a recommendation for a pulmonologist—private practice
thank you.🙂

I highly recommend the specialized pulmonary hospital on Rockefeller in Chicago. The wait times are remarkably short, and the physicians are truly excellent.
hiddenlynx22 hiddenlynx22 Member
12 messages
joined Feb 2010
#2053 ·
stormygardener34 As stated by:
Greetings,
Could any kind souls please offer a recommendation for a dentist located in New York City? I am looking specifically for a private practice. To be perfectly honest, I have an immense fear of dental work and virtually zero tolerance for pain.😢

I believe I have already mentioned her once before. My mother and I are... hers The patients are extremely satisfied with the results.
My mother underwent full upper denture prosthetics with her, and I must say, she is quite pleased with the final result.
I have personally undergone several fillings and a full root canal treatment, and I truly have nothing but praise for the experience. I highly recommend their services. 👍
Sam Collins4 Sam Collins4 Newcomer
6 messages
joined Jul 2010
#2054 ·
Thomas Martin4 said:Hey there.
I have a question... I need a dentist, and I'm currently a student. I've heard people saying the dentists over at Damija are pretty decent. So, here's my dilemma: is there any way I can just go in for an exam and get whatever work I need done without having to officially transfer my dental records from my regular provider? Can I just pay out of pocket or something? I really don't want to deal with the hassle of moving everything back home since I won't be staying in town much longer anyway.

You can't just walk in and pay a dentist who doesn't run a private practice. If you want to pay your way through it, you'll need to find a private clinic instead. I can give you some recommendations if you're interested.
Sam Collins4 Sam Collins4 Newcomer
6 messages
joined Jul 2010
#2055 ·
Donna Watson80 said:Hey, does anyone know a solid ENT specialist they could recommend? I'm looking for someone who can actually get to the bottom of these constant sinus infections and this allergic rhinitis I've been dealing with.

I saw Dr. Boucek for a pretty similar issue once, and she was honestly great. 😉 http://www.chicago.net/chicago/opc...ka_dr_spec_orl
Karen Edwards59 Karen Edwards59 Newcomer
2 messages
joined Mar 2011
#2056 ·
Can anyone give me some advice on finding a dentist? I’m a college student and I really need to get an appointment booked... but my classmate totally traumatized me with all these horror stories about this one dentist from her suburban neighborhood. Honestly, I’d be willing to travel all the way across town just to find someone pleasant... you know, someone who actually does good work and, most importantly, has a ton of patience... 🙂 Hey... anyone around? I could really use a little help here... if you have a second... just wondering if anyone might know a thing or two about this... anything helps... 😉
Karen Hall68 Karen Hall68 Member
14 messages
joined Jan 2011
#2057 ·
So, I'm on the hunt for a new GP—basically just a solid family doctor. Our old one finally retired, and they replaced her with this total ice queen, and I mean that literally (ugh, hate even saying it). I don't really go to the doctor much, but lately, I've been totally ignoring certain health issues just because I can't stand the thought of sitting in her office. So, if anyone has any leads on a good doctor in the suburbs or over in New York City, please, PLEASE let me know!
Thanks!!!
Rebecca Barrett52 Rebecca Barrett52 Newcomer
7 messages
joined Mar 2011
#2058 ·
Karen Hall68 said:I'm on the hunt for a new primary care physician. Our old family doctor finally retired, and her replacement is just... cold. I don't want to say that, but honestly, she’s ice cold. I rarely need to see a doctor, but lately, I've been ignoring actual symptoms just because I can't face sitting in an exam room with her. If anyone has any solid recommendations for a good GP in the suburbs or near New York City, please, let me know!
Thanks!!!

If you don't mind driving out toward the Runjanin area near the New York Botanical Garden, I can't recommend Dr. Snježana Kisić enough.
Karen Hall68 Karen Hall68 Member
14 messages
joined Jan 2011
#2059 ·
Thanks!
Melissa Kelly59 Melissa Kelly59 Newcomer
2 messages
joined Mar 2011
#2060 ·
Does anyone have a recommendation for a proctologist in Los Angeles? I wouldn't mind someone in private practice if that's easier.

You must log in or register to reply here.

Log in Register

🔗 Similar threads