Is There a Doctor in the House?

Visiting Physicians saved the day. Yesterday I received a phone call from my husband Mike, who in between appointments made a quick stop at home. According to the certified nurses assistant, Muddear had been complaining of pain and burning during urination. To be honest, I really did not want to spend another six hours in the Emergency Room at Mercy Fairfield - South Hospital, like I did two weeks ago with Muddear. Especially when she was discharged without a diagnosis (meaning nothing was wrong) a four day prescription for Prednisone. I called Visiting Physicians and within the hour the doctor arrived at my home and conducted a preliminary urine analysis. Within 15 minutes after the doctor's arrival, I knew that Muddear had blood in her urine; a prescription for an antibiotic was called into the local pharmacy; and I was to expect a follow-up call after all results were received from the lab.

Visiting Physicians provide a much needed service. It is wonderful to not worry about how I will transport Muddear to her monthly doctor's appointments; take her to get Xrays; or obtain flu or pneumonia shots; or take blood tests. I don't even have to make special arrangements to leave work early. I simply make and/or confirm the appointment and wait for the follow-up phone call to discuss the current state of Muddear's health. I would recommend Visiting Physicians to any caregiver.