That was a good muse @kezmusc. Interesting. As you say, what more can they do at this point? It's a check in I suppose, to see how you're travelling and if there are any concerns that they can address. A good appointment would be one where you had the opportunity to ask questions and have them answered, and where you would walk away bolstered in spirit in some way, if not with actual solutions.
When I met my new oncologist last September, she said I could see her in March if I wanted but she was happy to leave it until June if there was nothing specific I needed to discuss. I appreciated that flexibility.
Your description of the conversation you had today sounds like a classic case of a man 'listening' to a woman but not 'hearing'. He checked in with you but that's it. And what's the point of checking to see if there are any problems if you're not going to try to solve them? Nothing. I don't think he's the right doctor for you. If you have the energy and the opportunity, I think you should find someone who will work with you properly. That could even be a committed GP.
I agree we're the captains of our own boats. We need to be our own best advocates. I believe strongly in the wisdom often said here, of trusting your team. I have ditched a counsellor and an oncologist because I felt they weren't the right people for me. I travel out of town to see my GP because she's marvellous. I put up with my painful PS only because he's a temporary member of my team. It's hard enough doing this with good doctors. Big hug lovey, K xox
