Need Patient Centered Doc in Pittsburgh PA.

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Hi folks.

Like many patients who have not quite found the right doctor, I am in the same

boat. Recently saw a Rheumatologist that is less patient-centered than I need. I

can't afford to doctor-shop; can't find a local RA group and ask anyone; would

like a physician who looks at symptoms and not just blood results. My PCP is the

doctor who referred me to the Rheumy I just saw. I shared my frustrations with

my PCP via a faxed letter and have had no response. I do not typically turn to a

group like this for suggestions, but am running out of options.

So, with all of that said..if anyone knows of a caring, patient-centered

Rheumatologist in Pittsburgh, PA., please feel free to contact me privately:

sandy@...

Thanks much.

Sandy Burkett (AKA Pittsburgh Flamer)

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Hi!

I've been lurking for awhile as my life is just very busy these days! I'm doing

great and am not showing active disease at this point after many years of pain,

stiffness, mobility issues, and a sad outlook on life! Now I am sailing and

living a full life! While I don't know any doctors in Pittsburgh, I will say

that I went through 4 docs in the Seattle area before finding my hero, Dr.

at the Seattle Arthritis Clinic. He is very patient focused and

very knowledgeable!

Elly, Seattle area, WA State