I'm sorry your doctor's retirement took you by surprise. I think it was wrong not to send out a letter to patients notifying them. Patients deserve that. This reminded me about the time my first oncologist left to practice elsewhere. I was notified via a letter, but it was still upsetting because it was such an abrupt change for me at the time. But at least I was told about it. Subsequently, I went through three or four oncologists. One in particular was a disaster, but I have one now that I really like.
I love the fact you took in Oliver. The painting you did of him and gifted is so good. And what a nice gesture, too. Oliver is a beautiful cat. Your newer portrait is coming along nicely. I can only imagine how difficult it is to paint fabric. I'm sure you'll grow in this skill too. I look forward to seeing how this painting of Oliver comes along.
And I'm glad you were satisfied with Snowscape enough to call it finished. That is one of my favorites!
Thanks for your comment, Nancy. I appreciate it. I agree that I and other patients deserved to receive a letter that the doctor was retiring. I recently saw one of her replacements but it wasn't a fit, so I have to keep looking. The doctor didn't understand what a DIEP Flap was or even much about breast cancer. Wow.
I remember your revolving door of oncologists. That is so stressful. Especially the fact that these were oncologists. And you having a a nightmare oncologist! Boy can I relate to this. I sought out a second opinion oncologist and he was horrific.
Thanks for your nice words about my Oliver painting that I gifted to his veterinarian. I'm still unclear as how to paint fabric and am confused, but you are right: it is a skill set I can develop. Fingers crossed.
We are lucky to have Oliver. Pets are so awesome, as you well know.
I hear you on the physician thing. If they disappear suddenly and are younger, they might be burned out. I finally found a younger doctor since my old one switched practices and she seems to be good, but I always wonder how long she’ll stick around.
I love the painting of Oliver and the colors in it. Painting on fabric sounds like a challenge, but it looks fantastic!
Thank you so much Alene. I really appreciate your insights. I think a lot of medical professionals experience burn out. Such a difficult career. Thanks for your kind comment about the painting of Oliver. Will be continuing to work on this one.
Hey Beth, best wishes on finding a new physician. When you have a long standing relationship with your core doctor, it’s so challenging to find a replacement. I wish you the best with this.
Thank you, Gerry, for your kind wishes. I am seeing one potential replacement on Monday. I heard there were excellent tips for choosing a great doctor in the book Calling the Shots in Your Medical Care!
Hi Beth,
I'm sorry your doctor's retirement took you by surprise. I think it was wrong not to send out a letter to patients notifying them. Patients deserve that. This reminded me about the time my first oncologist left to practice elsewhere. I was notified via a letter, but it was still upsetting because it was such an abrupt change for me at the time. But at least I was told about it. Subsequently, I went through three or four oncologists. One in particular was a disaster, but I have one now that I really like.
I love the fact you took in Oliver. The painting you did of him and gifted is so good. And what a nice gesture, too. Oliver is a beautiful cat. Your newer portrait is coming along nicely. I can only imagine how difficult it is to paint fabric. I'm sure you'll grow in this skill too. I look forward to seeing how this painting of Oliver comes along.
And I'm glad you were satisfied with Snowscape enough to call it finished. That is one of my favorites!
Thanks for your comment, Nancy. I appreciate it. I agree that I and other patients deserved to receive a letter that the doctor was retiring. I recently saw one of her replacements but it wasn't a fit, so I have to keep looking. The doctor didn't understand what a DIEP Flap was or even much about breast cancer. Wow.
I remember your revolving door of oncologists. That is so stressful. Especially the fact that these were oncologists. And you having a a nightmare oncologist! Boy can I relate to this. I sought out a second opinion oncologist and he was horrific.
Thanks for your nice words about my Oliver painting that I gifted to his veterinarian. I'm still unclear as how to paint fabric and am confused, but you are right: it is a skill set I can develop. Fingers crossed.
We are lucky to have Oliver. Pets are so awesome, as you well know.
I hear you on the physician thing. If they disappear suddenly and are younger, they might be burned out. I finally found a younger doctor since my old one switched practices and she seems to be good, but I always wonder how long she’ll stick around.
I love the painting of Oliver and the colors in it. Painting on fabric sounds like a challenge, but it looks fantastic!
Thank you so much Alene. I really appreciate your insights. I think a lot of medical professionals experience burn out. Such a difficult career. Thanks for your kind comment about the painting of Oliver. Will be continuing to work on this one.
Hey Beth, best wishes on finding a new physician. When you have a long standing relationship with your core doctor, it’s so challenging to find a replacement. I wish you the best with this.
Thank you, Gerry, for your kind wishes. I am seeing one potential replacement on Monday. I heard there were excellent tips for choosing a great doctor in the book Calling the Shots in Your Medical Care!