How do I "break up" with my old GI???

I am switching GI drs also, although have not been with mine for 7 years, only 1. I just had my files sent over to the new one and am going to leave it at that. Good luck! You do need to do what is going to be best for you.

You don't need to give your old GI doc an explanation (unless you want to of course). Just simply call or go the office to request having your file sent to the new doc. I has to do this 3 times. It's a pain but you have to do what is best for you. Good luck with your new doctor!

I've been with mine for like 9 years. She is good in some ways but I always felt nervous talking to her because we didn't always agree. Anyway on the advice of my primary doc (integrative doc too) I saw a new GI as well. I really liked him and consider myself switched. I didn't say anything to my new one yet. I was on Prednisone per her prestription as well. In one sense I feel bad but this is my life and my decision. I don't need to worry about what she thinks of my decision. She'll never know all the reasons why anyway and it would take forever to explain it to her. I plan on cancelling our follow up and I have contemplated writing her a letter..you know thanking her. I just had to find a better fit for me and honestly I just can't worry about it. That stress is part of why I switched...always concerned about her thoughts of my decisions.

Don't fret too much. You need to find someone that works for you. Like mine maybe when your disease was different that GI was great for you but now things are different. So in your best interest you found a better fit and made an adjustment.

How are you symptoms now?

I just saw a new GI too, had all my records sent over. You come first, go to the best doctor for you. I was with my former GI for about 7 years too, and I don't think he's done a bad job, but I don't think he's the best out there. New GI is highly regarded, I feel I am doing myself a disservice not going to the best doctor I can.

You don't owe your former GI anything. I would ask to have the files transferred and leave it at that.

Sue

Thanks Imagardner, that's a great idea. I don't want him to think that I left because I was unhappy. He was very supportive for 7 years and like I said, what GI calls you on the weekend to check up on you??? I just feel that this new doctor is a better fit for me and my disease at this stage of the game.

Seasons, I am doing fine and mentally doing great. I think the Prednisone was making me a little crazy at those high dosages and it has really taken a toll on my body. I have now gained 20 lbs, have moonface, acne and I feel tired and lethargic throughout the day. Now that the symptoms are slowly returning I feel I need to step up my game. I decided against 6mp because it will take 2-3 months before it starts working and I will still have to take prednisone for that time. Also, it has it's own set of side effects. I seem to be very sensitive to medication so I think Remicade is going to be my next step. Committing to Remicade for the rest of my life sounds daunting but my new GI believes that I am a good candidate. Prednisone is just not the answer for me.

How 'bout "it's not you, it's me"? ;)

Today I am feeling torn. I like the personal touch of my old GI but I also like the hospital setting and proposed new treatment from my new GI. I guess I am having a hard time with change.

Thank you for all the advice on "GI ettiquette" everyone!

It is hard. I think with a chronic disease we get very attached to what is comfortable. You have a relationship with your current GI that is comfortable and you know what to expect. Change can be hard but it might be very helpful to your health to be treated by a more progressive doctor.