I made an appt for a scoli specialist in Boston several months ago. The original appt was for mid-May. I got plane tickets, made arrangements with family, etc. I usually go to see family at this time of year, but I did wrap various visits around this appt. Got a call a couple months later from the MD's office cancelling the appt, wanting to reschedule for a later date. After a little back and forth, the appt was set for May 6th, so I would not have to make new airline arrangements.
Today I got a call saying the appt had to be changed again, and they wanted to reschedule for the day before my flight to Boston. No other appts available during the time I would be in the area. So I will not be seeing this doctor, after all.
I understand the reasoning- He was trying to fit in a surgery for someone that needed one quickly. Someone needs it more than I do.
My question is: Does this happen frequently when one travels a distance to try to see one of "the big guys"? I would like some other's experiences, if any, with this dilemma. Making an MD appt long distance involves airfare and time off from work, as well as working around the schedules of those you are visiting. I may have to rethink my strategy.
Amy
Today I got a call saying the appt had to be changed again, and they wanted to reschedule for the day before my flight to Boston. No other appts available during the time I would be in the area. So I will not be seeing this doctor, after all.
I understand the reasoning- He was trying to fit in a surgery for someone that needed one quickly. Someone needs it more than I do.
My question is: Does this happen frequently when one travels a distance to try to see one of "the big guys"? I would like some other's experiences, if any, with this dilemma. Making an MD appt long distance involves airfare and time off from work, as well as working around the schedules of those you are visiting. I may have to rethink my strategy.
Amy
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