Okay to ask DB for medical opinion?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am a full-time nanny, but occasionally babysit.
One of my clients is an orthopaedic surgeon. Ive been having some pain in my ankle over the last week or two and would have to get a referral from my primary physician prior to seeing an orthopaedist. It would be a huge fiasco. Would it be out of line to ask my DB for his opinion on whether I should see someone for it? If it's something like tendonitis, I would rather avoid a trip to the doctor. I've been working for them for over 5 years and I have a great relationship with the family. I don't want to cross any boundaries.
Please be nice.

Please stop using DB Dad Boss and MB Mom Boss. You’re demeaning yourself. They are your employers.

I’m a physician and I don’t mind giving advice. That said, your employer will still tell you to see your primary care physician.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:If you were in a coffee shop and a stranger's child was crying inconsolably, would it be okay if the parent asked you if you could settle the kids down for them, NO CHARGE because they knew you were a nanny?

You should not be asking physicians for free advice. Call YOUR physician's office for an appointment like everyone else has to do.

You dug up a post from 2015 to say something rude? You're fun!