bajandy Posted February 22, 2020 Report Share Posted February 22, 2020 Is there a CT scan facility in Lakeside beside San Antonio Hospital? If not, is there a doctor to interpret the resulting XRays? Perhaps unjustly, I am not entirely comfortable with the analysis I got. In any case a second opinion is always a good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newjersey expat Posted February 22, 2020 Report Share Posted February 22, 2020 I do not know of an individual but there is a diagnostic clinic across from Quality care. My caution would be to find a radiologist , not a general practitioner. If all else fails have a specialist in the area in question read it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chapalence Posted February 22, 2020 Report Share Posted February 22, 2020 Personally, I would consult with my doctor and ask their opinion of where I could find the best radiologist to read the scan. If that doctor is in Guadalajara I would take Chapala Plus to Guadalajara and then a taxi or Uber to the office. Cost to do that is minimal, the ride is relaxing, and the peace of mind knowing I was getting the best care priceless. We are 45 minutes to top medical care, yet far too often people settle for what we have here. Although better than it used to be it's still small town vs major metropolitan city care. Take a few hours and go to Guad. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traderspoc Posted February 22, 2020 Report Share Posted February 22, 2020 5 hours ago, Newjersey expat said: I do not know of an individual but there is a diagnostic clinic across from Quality care. My caution would be to find a radiologist , not a general practitioner. If all else fails have a specialist in the area in question read it . it going to be great to save lives and money by having a cat scan do locally lakeside, and interpreted by a specialist some where else Guadalajara wow wonderful hospitals now in lakeside, getting fast results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chapalence Posted February 22, 2020 Report Share Posted February 22, 2020 1 hour ago, traderspoc said: wow wonderful hospitals now in lakeside, getting fast results. Fast doesn't always equate to best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RIlady Posted February 22, 2020 Report Share Posted February 22, 2020 No matter where you go, interpretation of a CT scan is based upon the dr. and his experience and knowledge. I find it interesting that so many non docs have such vast information on this topic. 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chapalence Posted February 22, 2020 Report Share Posted February 22, 2020 1 hour ago, RIlady said: No matter where you go, interpretation of a CT scan is based upon the dr. and his experience and knowledge. I find it interesting that so many non docs have such vast information on this topic. This is why I always recommend consulting with one's primary care doctor. Too many people think they can circumvent having a GP and that is a foolish mistake IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happyjillin Posted February 22, 2020 Report Share Posted February 22, 2020 24 minutes ago, chapalence said: This is why I always recommend consulting with one's primary care doctor. Too many people think they can circumvent having a GP and that is a foolish mistake IMO. Yes to having a General Practioner but considering them as that newly made up name "primary care" by GP's is a NOB thing. Every type of doctor has a purpose and here in most instances,depending on your problem, the GP is not needed if you have established or about to establish relationships[care] with specialist in your treatments. Don't loose sight of the fact that you own and are in possession of ALL your medical records to use as you see fit as in sharing with other doctors for example. That's what I do and I am far from foolish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EldonNova Posted February 22, 2020 Report Share Posted February 22, 2020 I thought that Cat Scans came with a letter from the Radiologist of the place where it was done, and then a GP just elaborates on the Radiologist's comments? That has happened in my case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chapalence Posted February 23, 2020 Report Share Posted February 23, 2020 7 hours ago, happyjillin said: Yes to having a General Practioner but considering them as that newly made up name "primary care" by GP's is a NOB thing. Every type of doctor has a purpose and here in most instances,depending on your problem, the GP is not needed if you have established or about to establish relationships[care] with specialist in your treatments. Don't loose sight of the fact that you own and are in possession of ALL your medical records to use as you see fit as in sharing with other doctors for example. That's what I do and I am far from foolish. Perhaps my use of the term GP was foolish. I have seen a number of people living here who have no established relationship with any doctor. If the doctor is a specialist in whatever the medical problem a person has, all the better. At this stage of life I'm comfortable with a doctor who has a variety of skills including diagnosis, treatment and surgery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnMama Posted February 23, 2020 Report Share Posted February 23, 2020 To the OP: Who suggested you get the CT-scan? The technician gives a general overview and the doctor who ordered the scan or the specialist they refer you to gives a detailed evaluation. To chapalence: for the vast majority of us, the new CT-scan machine at SAT hospital will be more than adequate. Unless one has a highly unusual condition or a need to spend lots of money, we are very fortunate to finally have this technology available locally. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chapalence Posted February 23, 2020 Report Share Posted February 23, 2020 9 hours ago, MtnMama said: To the OP: Who suggested you get the CT-scan? The technician gives a general overview and the doctor who ordered the scan or the specialist they refer you to gives a detailed evaluation. To chapalence: for the vast majority of us, the new CT-scan machine at SAT hospital will be more than adequate. Unless one has a highly unusual condition or a need to spend lots of money, we are very fortunate to finally have this technology available locally. I appreciate you sharing. Should my doctor ever order advanced tests I'll opt for Guadalajara if she has no objections. For me, it's a pleasant ride, an excuse for lunch out, and a break from my daily routine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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