Why My Relationship With My Rheumatologist Matters: Bezzy PsA

 My rheumatologist and I are a team; communication and trust are essential. So when I don’t feel heard or seen, it impacts my care.

Last year, I ended up in the emergency room. My rheumatologist called me within an hour to make sure I was okay. She even followed up with me a few days later. I feel so grateful to have an amazing, dedicated rheumatologist. And even beyond this scenario, we have a great dynamic.

Besides my rheumatologist, I’ve also had many great specialists who helped with different needs.

But there have been a few doctors I didn’t connect with. For one reason or another, it wasn’t a good fit. In the past, I would stick around until I realized that staying with a doctor I didn’t feel comfortable with wasn’t doing me any good.

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