Dear Annie: I was wondering if this was inappropriate for you.
I have been a patient at my practice for over 30 years.I had been unsatisfied with my treatment for years, and it got worse when we moved into a new office with new staff. I was sent to the wrong place and at the wrong time to be tested. Day ) other appointments. I never complained.
During the pandemic it got even worse. One day a caregiver called me and said don’t yell at the staff (I didn’t) and don’t call me again. Told me to call, so I called twice. At that time, I decided to find another doctor once the pandemic was over.
I posted on social media that I wanted to find a new doctor once the pandemic was over, but I never named a doctor or clinic. I see many doctors for my health. My social media accounts are private. You have to be my friend to see my posts. Now, here’s the oddity. A former employee in their office befriended me. No problem. I thought so until I got sick and had to go to the office. When I went I was yelled at again and forbidden to speak. They said a former employee gave access to my page and everyone saw all of my posts. They were upset that I said I wanted a new doctor when this pandemic was over. They yelled at me and said they had to find a new doctor. I found one within a few weeks. One problem is that I’m only given a few pages of my record of going there over 30 years.
I think it was a violation of my privacy that they spied on my social media. What do you think? — kicked out by my doctor
Dear Kicked Out: This sounds more like a middle school gossip session than a professional medical institution. Of course, if you are not satisfied with your current doctor, you have the right to seek treatment elsewhere. The fact that they gossip and scold you says a lot more about them than it does about you.
I politely but emphatically demand your medical records — it is your right as a patient — and move forward with your new doctor. would be good.
Remember: Social media is a great tool, but always assume that what you post is more or less public information.
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