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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I also try to not see NPs or PAs. But recent experience example - had to cancel a gyn appointment as I have irregular cycles and it started and is too heavy for exam. I was told I can see next available dr in four months or PA in three weeks.  So I have to either delay my mammo and Pap smear four months or see a less trained professional. I have family histories that make a four month delay - assuming it even happens then since I’m irregular - very concerning. I feel forced into seeing a less trained professional.  [/quote]

Yeah - this is the problem. Even in a large metropolitan area like DC where you have many options, IF you are willing to drive, and IF you can find someone in your health insurance network. The few MDs are booked up months and months in advance.  The MDs who aren't booked up - there's a reason for that (bad care, bad office staff, bad doctors). And the other MDs have all gone concierge.

So patients are really stuck. Personally, I have been seeing an AWESOME P.A. as my primary care provider. She is incredibly knowledgable, thorough, and competent. So there are some great ones out there.  I've also seen some dismal MDs at urgent care. [/quote]

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