I scheduled an annual physical exam with Dr. Gina Talbot at Piedmont Healthcare, Marietta. The very first question Dr. Talbot asked me as she walked into the patient room,(without even saying "hello" ) :"Would you like to establish me as your primary doctor?"
I had to tell her I don't even know you yet. And it went downhill from there. She was a chatterbox while using the stethoscope, and then upon receiving my lab work results I discovered she failed to even place an order for Lipid panel, which should be a standard practice for someone in their 60's. Both she and the lab techs knew I was fasting for that purpose. She also did not order a urinalysis. Only did a metabolic panel, yet failed to include T4 and T3 tests for known thyroid condition.
My answer at this time is: No, I do not wish to establish you as my primary care doctor. read more