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Jacksonville, FL

This is my first time seeing a rheumatologist. Is is normal for the rheumatologist to schedule a follow up 3 months later?He only saw me once. I was a bit surprised I would have thought that he would want to see me in a month or so to make adjustments to the dosage if needed.

March 6, 2016
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Members shared mixed experiences regarding rheumatologist follow-up schedules after an initial visit, with many confirming that waiting two to... Read more

Members shared mixed experiences regarding rheumatologist follow-up schedules after an initial visit, with many confirming that waiting two to three months between appointments is fairly typical once medications are stable, though several felt that timeframe was too long when starting new treatments or needing dosage adjustments. Several members described frustration with rheumatologists who seemed dismissive or uninvolved after diagnosing fibromyalgia, with some noting that these specialists are in high demand due to treating multiple conditions like MS and RA, and others recommending self-help resources or working closely with a primary care doctor instead. A recurring theme was the importance of advocating for yourself by calling sooner if medications cause problems or symptoms worsen, with many members emphasizing that good doctors will see you earlier when needed and that finding the right provider who listens and follows up appropriately can take time.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Rheumatologists first "identified" the issue as fibromyalgia, now they are the go to Specialist for it. However, they deal with folks that have MS, RA, etc. they are highly sought after for these other conditions, making their schedules hard to get into. Plus, they really aren't all that knowledgeable. Many primary care doctors just refer you automatically. Read Treating and Beating Fibromyalgia by Dr. Rodger Murphree. Great self help book!!

March 7, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

A new doctor should not wait 3 months to see you. He needs to get a handle on you and your health. That is too long between visits.

March 6, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I see Dr Bagley. Hes young, but seems to care. Weve tried 3 scripts in 3 months, but i didnt like how they made me feel. Now im on quite a few vitamins and supplements. Im happy, so far with the results. The only time i feel like nothing is helping is right before my monthly "visitor".

March 6, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Ive gone to a dr here in jax once a month since december. 3 months is too long if they are prescribing meds.

March 6, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

my rheumatologist initially saw me quarterly after prescribing meds to determine if the meds were making a difference and would tell me to call if I had complications. Now I see him semi annually All of my doctors are in the same network and pull up my info in the system

April 9, 2016

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