I was denied a simple blood test by Dr Wilson, her reasoning was she was not my Dr and no Dr could/would follow up. She further stated I needed to wait til I had a Dr to get any of the test and named a few more for me based on my gender & age! I snickered & she came down on me as being rude. WOW what a lecture including animated arm gestures...... WOW! Really I came in for a blood test not a lecture on how she thinks I should address my health without any knowledge of my health no exam, no blood pressure check not even a question as to my health!! She went on about having a physical which I wanted to schedule but not having a Dr. I have not had a timely exam as I am an immigrant settling & in transition since 2014. She dismissed that stating it has only been 2yrs, actually doc closer to 3! Dr Wilson also shared her personal delma find a Dr, took here over 3months!!! WOW Doc pretty rough 3 months I bet!!
I CAN NOT FIND A DR in Nanaimo Dr Wilson so I should forgo any concerns til I do. INSANE
It is My blood work and when or if I am lucky enough to get a Dr here on the island I'd have the info for them to review. Blood test can give a person a wealth information to take to a walkin clinic if they feel the need to go. Blood test tell us plenty even if a Dr is not willing or available to review it. I sought this test as no Dr will see me & I have issues that I have followed for years without a personal Dr. ie cholesterol, liver/kidney functions, vitamin levels to name a few. Test help with prevention of spreading infections as well. My Body My Decisions, My Health Care but I do appreciate and seek the professionals help as they have the training & knowledge to help make the correct choice for Me.
I went to another clinic I have my tests scheduled for Monday, I also have an ultrasound based on Dr exam!!
I was told at this clinic It is an epidemic the lack of Doctors here!!! Thanks for seeing me Medical Arts!! Knowledge is power folks know your health status.
Yes I do pay into medical.
I'd not even use 1 star but I had to to post!!
I agree with post from MichaelH regarding receptionist to the right!! Both were short & unwilling but I did insist on info from second receptionist, she did with a long sigh help me.
I wonder how BC medical was billed by her,I sure wasn't an exam!!