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caz23 · 11-01-2012, 02:11 PM

Go super shrink lol! Anyway, thank you both for your replies, it's a frustrating situation to be in isn't it?!

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Originally Posted by kbeth

Why are you getting seen by so many diff psychiatrists? (And btw, what's a "locum"? I haven't heard of that b4?)

A locum is basically a temporary dr who stands in for the permanent dr in their absence. In my case this is because my regular psych left (who was considerate & patient and I got on very well with him) and they are yet to find a permanent replacement, hence all the locums. They are currently on number 3... nothing like a bit of continuity now is there?! Although in their defence I have heard that there is a shortage of consultant psychs nationwide so can only assume that it has something to do with that.

Anyway, I spoke to this locum over the phone earlier on as I had a another issue as well as this one to clear up with him. I told him that I felt mislead in that I had been given the impression that cyclothymia was a possible dx and something to monitor and explore over time, which I would have been happy to do. I also explained that I was alarmed by the fact that he had slapped a firm diagnosis on my file after one 15 minute appointment, especially when you consider that I had never had an absolute rock solid dx off my previous psych whom I had seen for the best part of 3 years. I also brought up the other issue that I had with him and he has agreed to send a revised letter to my GP. I don't think much will change with regard to my dx but at least they will have it on file that I am unhappy about the situation.

I have felt dissatisfied with the service for quite some time now and have finally asked to be discharged, and feel hugely relieved having done so. What can I possibly gain from being bounced from one psych to another? Each of them with different styles and opinions and none of them spending enough time with me to get a clear picture of what's really going on. That just doesn't help anyone, it merely leaves my GP misinformed and me feeling pissed off about it! It's counterproductive and only leads to frustration and confusion, and that is certainly something that I could do without.

Ranting on once more! Thanks again for the replies, it really helps to get things out and be listened to. Take care x

11-01-2012, 02:11 PM	#6
caz23 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: North Wales	Go super shrink lol! Anyway, thank you both for your replies, it's a frustrating situation to be in isn't it?! Quote: Originally Posted by kbeth Why are you getting seen by so many diff psychiatrists? (And btw, what's a "locum"? I haven't heard of that b4?) A locum is basically a temporary dr who stands in for the permanent dr in their absence. In my case this is because my regular psych left (who was considerate & patient and I got on very well with him) and they are yet to find a permanent replacement, hence all the locums. They are currently on number 3... nothing like a bit of continuity now is there?! Although in their defence I have heard that there is a shortage of consultant psychs nationwide so can only assume that it has something to do with that. Anyway, I spoke to this locum over the phone earlier on as I had a another issue as well as this one to clear up with him. I told him that I felt mislead in that I had been given the impression that cyclothymia was a possible dx and something to monitor and explore over time, which I would have been happy to do. I also explained that I was alarmed by the fact that he had slapped a firm diagnosis on my file after one 15 minute appointment, especially when you consider that I had never had an absolute rock solid dx off my previous psych whom I had seen for the best part of 3 years. I also brought up the other issue that I had with him and he has agreed to send a revised letter to my GP. I don't think much will change with regard to my dx but at least they will have it on file that I am unhappy about the situation. I have felt dissatisfied with the service for quite some time now and have finally asked to be discharged, and feel hugely relieved having done so. What can I possibly gain from being bounced from one psych to another? Each of them with different styles and opinions and none of them spending enough time with me to get a clear picture of what's really going on. That just doesn't help anyone, it merely leaves my GP misinformed and me feeling pissed off about it! It's counterproductive and only leads to frustration and confusion, and that is certainly something that I could do without. Ranting on once more! Thanks again for the replies, it really helps to get things out and be listened to. Take care x
caz23 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: North Wales