I opened a private office, emphasizing this technology, and continued living my dream for about 4 years. In short order myself, as well as several of my colleagues were out of business, and all had to relocate, or retire. This pnenomenon has affected tens of thousands of physicians in this country. Fortunately I was able to join three other colleagues in Santa Maria, a vibrant agricultural community one hour north of Santa Barbara. Geographically, I can enjoy the beauty of the south central coast of California, and have the interest and diversity of three practice locations.
Patients are people with medical problems who seek solutions.
Being able to educate the patient about the nature of the problem in terms that she can understand, is very important to me. Allaying unnecessary fears, or correcting misconceptions is rewarding. Providing new solutions to old problems is rewarding. The Forum allows this interchange with interested patients. An incredible resource for information for patients, and the exchange of information between physicians as well as physicians and patients.