Should I find a new doctor or is everyone’s like this??

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So I call and ask if I can get an appointment for today because I am bleeding bright red at 9 weeks. Also cramping so they send me to the nurse line and it’s been 4 HOURS SINCE IVE CALLED!!! They never answer their phone and I’m getting angry. I’m thinking about getting a new doctor should I? Or is this normal?

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A few weeks ago I got sick and called in to talk to a doctor and hours later ended up in the er.. That was nearly a month ago they still haven't returned that call, let’s say I found a new doctor that cares.

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It always take forever to get the nurses to call back. At least in my experience, they usually return all calls at the end of the day. Honestly I'd suggest just going to the ER where you can get immediate care.

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Absolutely find a new doctor

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Find a new doctor for sure. I had some issues with my OB and my husband encouraged me to find someone else. I am so glad I did! I'm waaayyy more comfortable and secure with my new OB.

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Every time I had to call the nurse line with my first pregnancy, I received a call back within 10–15 minutes. My doctor’s office was very good at responding quickly to patient portal messages as well. I’d try for an office that is more supportive and reliable!

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Two days in a row I’ve had to leave messages on my patient portal for my doctor after hours. They say to expect a response with 48 hours. However, both times a nurse immediately called back at 8:05am just after they opened. So I guess they say 48 hours but I was pleased that it was not that long. I had a different doctor last year (switched because of insurance) and they always called me back in 30 min to an hour.  I don’t think it’s unreasonable to expect this from your doctor especially in an emergency. Long story short you have grounds to switch!

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This is 100% normal. Most OB offices even state online they take 24 hours to return calls / messages. Thats why the prerecorded message you get when you call in tell you to go to the ER for bleeding and emergencies.

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My doc has an assistant line and a triage nurse line. You always have to leave a message but both are amazing at getting back within 30 mins or so. Sometimes it has taken a few hours but that was due to a patient needing emergency surgery. Soooo what I’m saying is, yes you need to find another office that will at least help with concerns in a timely manner.

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No my dr has a nurse or midwife oin call 24 7 and only once have I waited ten min

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I mean at that stage if it were a miscarriage and I hope it’s not there is nothing the ER can do and you will be waiting a while. I would just call and see about setting an appoinemt with your doctor

Should I find a new doctor or is everyone’s like this??

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