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Good, inexpensive doctors in Macomb/Detroit MI area..???

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Author: suburbangirl

Posted: Sun Jan 27, 2013 5:49 am

I used the NAABT "treatment matching" system in hopes of finding a new doctor. I did end up seeing someone- but don’t really care for the guy. I waited for over 2 hours in the lobby before being seen…. though the office visit was reasonable at $85. Once the doctor came in, I explained my circumstances and desire to locate a suboxone doctor who could also serve as my PCP. (I am uninsured) I also explained the weird "leave of absence" taken by my former physician. He was quite arrogant, and boasted about his 20+ years clean as he drilled me about my "program." He also insisted that he ONLY treated addiction. (though his personal secretary said, over the phone, that he specialized in internal medicine and COULD double as a PCP)

So here I am… once again… in a predicament. I can always go back to him if need be, but I would REALLY like to find a GOOD doctor who I can also see for other ailments. One who I feel comfortable with, who presents with a non-judgmental, non-critical attitude. I was thinking about trying another physician…

Does anyone in the Macomb County/Oakland County/Detroit area have any personal suggestions?

ALL HELP IS APPRECIATED!

Good, inexpensive doctors in Macomb/Detroit MI area..???

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Author: suburbangirl

Posted: Sun Jan 27, 2013 5:49 am

I used the NAABT "treatment matching" system in hopes of finding a new doctor. I did end up seeing someone- but don’t really care for the guy. I waited for over 2 hours in the lobby before being seen…. though the office visit was reasonable at $85. Once the doctor came in, I explained my circumstances and desire to locate a suboxone doctor who could also serve as my PCP. (I am uninsured) I also explained the weird "leave of absence" taken by my former physician. He was quite arrogant, and boasted about his 20+ years clean as he drilled me about my "program." He also insisted that he ONLY treated addiction. (though his personal secretary said, over the phone, that he specialized in internal medicine and COULD double as a PCP)

So here I am… once again… in a predicament. I can always go back to him if need be, but I would REALLY like to find a GOOD doctor who I can also see for other ailments. One who I feel comfortable with, who presents with a non-judgmental, non-critical attitude. I was thinking about trying another physician…

Does anyone in the Macomb County/Oakland County/Detroit area have any personal suggestions?

ALL HELP IS APPRECIATED!

subrainwash

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Author: fivebyfive

Posted: Sun Jan 27, 2013 7:56 am

Lots of people, doctors and laypersons alike, believe opioid addiction is a chronic, life-long, relapsing, FATAL disease. Many of them also feel that treating it with a medication that’s FDA-approved for that very purpose on a long-term basis is a valid treatment protocol. It is, after all, considered a medical disease by many, including, if I recall correctly, the World Health Organization. No one begrudges other people taking meds long-term or lifelong for their chronic, relapsing medical conditions. And many of those conditions aren’t even fatal.

I think that’s Dr. Junig’s point. It’s how HE feels as well as others. Obviously, every one of us has control over our own lives and actions.

Oh and the "feeling special" part that he mentioned. So, so often it’s the people who insist they will never, ever pick up another opiate again, because even though others can’t, they are ABSOLUTELY SURE THEY CAN do it. Some actually come right out and say they are special. But generally, that’s the most dangerous way of looking at it. Relapse can sneak up and bite us on the ass when we least expect it. The best way to counter that is to know that we’re at risk always and to be very aware and very vigilant.

But will430, like anything else in life, take what you will from his words (and/or mine) and leave the rest behind. You have to do what YOU feel is right for you. That includes seeing yourself and your addiction in whatever way you think is best for your needs and your life. Just keep in mind that Dr. Junig just has addicts’ best interest in mind. Good luck in your path forward, in whatever way you choose to do that.

subrainwash

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Author: fivebyfive

Posted: Sun Jan 27, 2013 7:56 am

Lots of people, doctors and laypersons alike, believe opioid addiction is a chronic, life-long, relapsing, FATAL disease. Many of them also feel that treating it with a medication that’s FDA-approved for that very purpose on a long-term basis is a valid treatment protocol. It is, after all, considered a medical disease by many, including, if I recall correctly, the World Health Organization. No one begrudges other people taking meds long-term or lifelong for their chronic, relapsing medical conditions. And many of those conditions aren’t even fatal.

I think that’s Dr. Junig’s point. It’s how HE feels as well as others. Obviously, every one of us has control over our own lives and actions.

Oh and the "feeling special" part that he mentioned. So, so often it’s the people who insist they will never, ever pick up another opiate again, because even though others can’t, they are ABSOLUTELY SURE THEY CAN do it. Some actually come right out and say they are special. But generally, that’s the most dangerous way of looking at it. Relapse can sneak up and bite us on the ass when we least expect it. The best way to counter that is to know that we’re at risk always and to be very aware and very vigilant.

But will430, like anything else in life, take what you will from his words (and/or mine) and leave the rest behind. You have to do what YOU feel is right for you. That includes seeing yourself and your addiction in whatever way you think is best for your needs and your life. Just keep in mind that Dr. Junig just has addicts’ best interest in mind. Good luck in your path forward, in whatever way you choose to do that.