I know I'm supposed to be getting pictures on here, but I just haven't taken many yet. I'll get to it soon, but right now I have a question. How did everyone find their pediatrician? I can't stand having to start over and find new doctors. When Keith was in the military, we didn't have a choice, so it didn't matter. It's taken me awhile to adjust to making the decision ourselves. I love the kids' doctor they have, but it's just too far to go every time they're sick, so I've started looking around here. I'm trying not to procrastinate like I always do, because I know that I'll regret it when they get sick and I don't know where to take them. I'm curious what all of you did when you picked a dr. for your kids, or even yourselves. I've never met with the dr. and "interviewed" them. I feel like I should, but I really don't want to. So, those of you that did interview doctors, what kind of questions did you ask? I've found a couple of practices, and there is one that I'll at least try. It has several doctors in the practice, but not too many. I'm used to almost always seeing our dr., (there were only two, so unless our dr. was out, we always saw him). Any advice would be appreciated. You might think of something that might not occur to me.
We've already found an orthodontist. I just went with the recommendation from our previous dentist because Avery is past due for some work. I figure if I get there and don't like the feel of it, we can always leave. I just don't want to be responsible for ruining his teeth!!
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I asked people at church especially those in the medical field.
The only problem with that is we don't have a clue where we're going to church. I feel a little funny asking people on our first visit. Like, "Hi, nice to meet you. Where do your kids go to the doctor?" I'm not sure I can do that.
My advice is to ask, ask, ask. Talk to lots of people if you can't find a nurse to talk too. Scout them out. You can also look on the state of Tn boards to see if they are legit and staying out of trouble.
I totally agree - referrals are the way to go. Maybe you could call their old dr. & see if he knows anyone? Or your neighbor? Or if you meet another mom at the pool, park, etc? I understand that you can't pop that question out at a meet & greet, but if you have a few minutes talking w/someone, just tell them you're new & looking for someone.
As far as interviews go, I bet you can google "Interviewing Pediatricians" and get some good questions...
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