I asked my FD for a referral to Dr. Rosner today and will be calling to schedule an appointment shortly. When I calm down and can say nice things in a reasonable tone, I will share the load of nonsense that I was fed today at my appointment.
Fortunately, either my doc is sick of me and will refer me to whom ever I ask for (not the first straight up referral I've asked for) or I'm forceful/obnoxious enough to get my way with a request.
Point is: for those of you fighting for attention from docs, get annoying. They'll pass you on to someone else. Just research who you want to be passed on to. Take control. Heh. I feel like I'm trying to start a revolution.
I've had issues with visual disturbances. At the moment all I can see is red. Murder. Beh! I wish I had a supernatural power where I could "share" what I experience on a daily basis with my health care providers...wouldn't that be nice?
This is why I'm not in charge....
Dr. Michael Rosner
80 Doctors Drive Suite 4.
Hendersonville, NC 28792
828-684-1076
I would like to contact Dr Rosner but I'm unable to find an email address! Could someone please point me in the right direction? It could be right under my nose, but today's one of those days where if it was under my nose I wouldn't see it, then trip over it but wouldn't remember that I was looking for it...lol!!! I'm sure you all can relate! Thanks bunches!!
I AM TRYING TO DECIDE IF I SHOULD GO TO DR.ROSNER I'M SO AFRAID I'M GOING TO BE TAKEN AGAIN.I'VE SPENT THE LAST 27 YRS. WASTING MY TIME AND MONEY.PLEASWE REPLY I NEED SOME ADVICE. LYNN
I will and I am so so ready to get it over with!
Sounds about right!!! After your surgery, and you're up to being on the computer, let me know what the follow-up is...I would really appreciate it! I want to hear everything about your surgery and how you progess!!!! I am wishing the very best for you in all aspects of it!!!!!!!!!!!! I am so happy for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I think usually, and I am guessing, normally they take sutures out in a week which if you are close by for a few extra days that would be right at a week. If not I am sure your primary care can take out sutures and nothing more. That would be my plan anyway. I am not sure about the follow up schedule but I am sure there would be more visits. Several at least. I dont have all the answers yet. Looks like preop will be the end of February or first of March then I should know the rest.
I can't even imagine having a headache that lasted for 4 days...OMG!!!! As I told Selma before...I feel like a "weenie" with my stuff!!! I understand staying nearby following surgery, but what about post op visits...like suture removal, etc.? Long drive again for that!!!
I know it is a drive but he is worth it. He said he does surgery on Tuesday and most of the time you are discharged on Fri or Sat. Depending on the distance you are from home he may want you to stay close by for a few more days. We plan on staying till at least Monday before traveling back just to be safe. An LP does have risk so having another opinion cant hurt. Would stink to go thru that if you didnt need it. Let me know if you I can help you anymore.
I have had a headache last once for 4 days straight without letting up I was about to loose my mind. When the dog barked it was like electrical currents going thru my head. I do feel for you!
Pam
I just peeked at Mapquest and actually you're closer than we are...about half as much distance. I'm jealous!!!
Hi Pam! How far away are you from Dr. Rosner? When you have your surgery, did he say how long you would be in the hospital? And how long before your post op visit (I'm gusessing that would be another trip). Thanks so much for your input! I really feel strongly that I'm going to just go ahead and cancel my lumbar puncture at Duke...I'm certainly not a Dr., but I just don't feel that's the problem! I just have had a day and a half headache...never had this before...usually they last a couple of hours.