Need to Switch Doctor Immediately - Help

andrecan2009 · Apr 24, 2015

Hi Everyone!
Today, I am suppose to take my next dose of testosterone but I called Walgreen's and they mentioned that I was out of refills. My first reaction was okay I will just call my PCP office and request a refill. That's when the problems started!

The doctor's attendant informed that my PCP was on vacation but he would be back in 3 weeks. Also, since its a controlled medication he needs to sign the refill. I explained that this is a hormone treatment and I can't just wait 3 weeks before taking the next dose. Thus, she recommended a scheduled an appointment with a different doctor at the clinic so that he could go over my case. By the way, the appointment is 2 weeks from now.

This situation has been very stressful and I still don't have a solution. I am thinking about switching to a testosterone clinic that better understands the treatment. Does anybody know anything about Testosterone 149 in Florida? They have a clinic near my house but I would like to get some recommendations.

https://testosterone149.com/index.php

Thanks

Vince · Apr 24, 2015

how far is defy medical

Defy Medical is located in Tampa at:
4809 N. Armenia Ave.
Suite # 220
Tampa, FL 33603

Monday - Friday | 9 AM - 5:30 PM EST Eastern Standard Time

For more information, or to schedule an appointment call:
(813) 445-7342

andrecan2009 · Apr 24, 2015

Vince, thanks for the replay. I am in South Florida and although Defy Medical sounds ideal I am going to look for something locally.

CoastWatcher · Apr 24, 2015

Defy will work with you at distance - that is one of the things they are known for.

Vettester Chris · Apr 24, 2015

That's just messed up! They could just as easily run it by the doctor filling in for your PCP, he/she could have you a small script put together today. This is how "most" of the world operates .. Hint, it has nothing to do with the customer. Buy stock in Defy, they have a solution!

Midnight · Apr 24, 2015

Defy will treat you right and will most likely save you money over time based upon my experience with them... Do the right thing... Defy.

baughts · Apr 25, 2015

andrecan2009 said:
Vince, thanks for the replay. I am in South Florida and although Defy Medical sounds ideal I am going to look for something locally.

You do not need to go to a brick and mortar building to see a doctor for TRT. Defy is handling my TRT and I couldn't be happier. Everything is handled over the phone with a very professional staff, and they are cheaper then the doctor I was going to at home.

SuperDutyDave · Apr 26, 2015

I wasted a year with a well known Endo from Boston. He had the same dynamic.......Appts weeks if not months apart no sense of urgency and a very complacent attitude towards my symptoms and treatment

I travelled 1500 miles to find a doctor who knew how to treat with TRT. Staying local is crazy......seek out and find expertise now!

CoastWatcher · Apr 26, 2015

I, too, initially saw an endocrinologist. A man with an academic appointment and a schedule that was booked well into the future. When topical gels failed, they didn't move levels at all, I found a doctor who knew what she (yep, she) was doing. Local is great, when you can land an appointment with someone who knows what they are doing and is responsive to your needs. Had I not been so fortunate, I'd have been willing to consult someone who knew what they were doing...no matter where they were. All the best!

Vince · Apr 26, 2015

before I decided on defy medical, I saw three endocrinologist in wisconsin and two clinics. I really think defy is the most knowledgeable.

ERO · Apr 27, 2015

Not to be a broken record...But switch to Defy Medical!

andrecan2009 said:
Hi Everyone!
Today, I am suppose to take my next dose of testosterone but I called Walgreen's and they mentioned that I was out of refills. My first reaction was okay I will just call my PCP office and request a refill. That's when the problems started!

The doctor's attendant informed that my PCP was on vacation but he would be back in 3 weeks. Also, since its a controlled medication he needs to sign the refill. I explained that this is a hormone treatment and I can't just wait 3 weeks before taking the next dose. Thus, she recommended a scheduled an appointment with a different doctor at the clinic so that he could go over my case. By the way, the appointment is 2 weeks from now.

This situation has been very stressful and I still don't have a solution. I am thinking about switching to a testosterone clinic that better understands the treatment. Does anybody know anything about Testosterone 149 in Florida? They have a clinic near my house but I would like to get some recommendations.

https://testosterone149.com/index.php

Thanks

No need to meet in person, they handle everything via phone and email. I just switched to them 2 weeks ago, and I would never go back to my previous provider!