Patients’ costs skyrocket, while specialists’ incomes soar – Topix

Patients’ costs skyrocket, while specialists’ incomes soar – Topix.

This article really got to me on many levels and I would love to know your thoughts. Recently, I went to see an Orthopedic Surgeon with hip pain from years of cycling. I was sure I would walk out with a script for physical therapy. Did I get the shock of a life time when he informed me that I needed a total hip replacement immediately! At my age, I would have required two additional replacements. This was devastating! I went to a chiropractor for a second opinion and she was appalled! Not only did she bring in an associate but showed me my x-ray to prove that I was nowhere near a total hip replacement. After a couple of adjustments and stretches, I can honestly tell you that I am completely pain-free.

My point is, how many of these procedures that are not needed have there been medical complications or even death? Shouldn’t the specialist be held accountable? I certainly think so!

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“Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment” ~ Jim Rohn

Be the best you can be every day! Move a little closer to your goal and know by the end of your day that tomorrow you will be just that much higher than you were the day before. One step at a time up your personal mountain! It’s your’s alone to climb!