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Are Private Doctors Better?

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Friday, July 31, 2009, 12:45
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i have had anxiety and depression for many years now and i feel no one is really listening to me. I know i could feel better with the right medication, but 10mins with a doctor just isnt enough. They just arent getting it right. I am desperate, please help

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3 Responses to “Are Private Doctors Better?”

  1. izzy said on Friday, July 31, 2009, 13:46

    You can ask the receptionist to book you a long appointment. If your surgery doesn’t do this ring around and ask other practises what their policy is. It’s easy to change.
    Most doctors are fine, you can get excellent and indifferent in both the NHS and the private sector – and you will be paying out of your pocket for a private consultation and for any drugs prescribed by him.
    If you get on ok with your present GP or one of his Partners ask for a referral to a Consultant or at least for a second opinion.
    Think in advance, or write down what your concerns are. Word it carefully and politely but say how desperate you feel and why you don’t get on with the medication you have.
    Have you given this medication a fair chance? Some drugs take a bit of time for you to get the optimum effect and you need to be able to say rationaly how they do not suit you.
    Good Luck
    Life can be difficult at times – could the practise help with information about a group in the area that would help you feel you are not alone with your depression?

  2. golfgirl said on Friday, July 31, 2009, 15:11

    It really depends all doctors are different’, the main thing is they cost more, so I would shop around, see if they offer free consults, and go from there.

  3. blue_eye said on Friday, July 31, 2009, 20:52

    yes they are better

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