Phew! I made it through today. 7am -6 pm. Yes, I make my own schedule, but I am trying to cram in as many interviews as possible before our 4 day lock out. I will get the time back somewhere else in the week. I did feel like I got a lot of good work accomplished today.
I got a call from Ethan’s doctor’s office. He needed an appointment for his mental health check up. It is important to check in with the doctor and make sure the dose is appropriate.
They wanted to see him in person. Ugh! We did a video visit last time so we have to do the in-person visit this time around. A lot of people think this is a “money grab” but it is actually to maintain a current doctor/patient relationship. This is legally needed for the doctor to continue prescribing medication.
While talking to the doctor, it was shared that he needed his annual exam. I wanted to be respectful as I understand they are just doing their job.
Ethan has so many specialists. He has routine bloodwork. He is constantly being monitored (I watch his ankles for swelling daily and check for weird bruising or funny marks. He doesn’t know when I am doing it, but it is quite frequent. I occasionally check blood pressure. Can’t we possible skip the annual check up? The lady I spoke with is going to find out for me. She was so nice on the phone. I did try to be as kind as I could.
I get annoyed on the phone sometimes. Today was one of those days. I want to say “really? He has people that specialize in keeping him alive and you want to have him come to the office so you can weigh him?”
What could they check that he doesn’t already have a specialist for?
I know the doctor would want to go over recommended vaccines. Ethan has chosen not to get vaccinated for flu. He is aware of the risks. He is also an adult and in charge of his own choices. My fingers are crossed for him.
I took the dogs for a walk today on our property next door. The dogs loved it.
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