When it's time for a 2nd opinion: A Rheumatologist's POV

When you have a chronic medical condition, finding the right healthcare team is half the battle. And just like any other relationship, not all doctors & patients are meant to be together. But, for a number of reasons, it can often be hard to realize when it's time to look for a second opinion. In this video, we'll talk about what those signs are, how to discuss it with your docs (spoiler alert, you don't have to) and what to look for in a second opinion.

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⏱Time Stamps:
0:00 Intro
1:20 Why you need a healthy working relationship with your doc
3:51 When you leave appointments confused
4:51 When you aren't getting better
5:31 When the clinic is disorganized
6:25 When you and doc are on different pages
7:57 When you need an expert
9:09 Do you need to tell your doc you want a 2nd opinion?
10:11 What to look for in your 2nd Rheumatology opinion
13:26 Your healthcare team should work WITH you

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👩🏻‍⚕️ Hello! I am Dr. Elizabeth Ortiz and I'd like to thank you for stopping by Connected Rheumatology. I am a board certified Internist and Rheumatologist with over 12 years experience practicing Rheumatology and am passionate about teaching & empowering patients to partner with their doctor.

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