Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Doctor's Appointment - $25

A slow day for commercialism, the only Stuff I Bought was a visit to my new doctor for a routine check-up. After spending the last three years under-insured, it's rather exciting to be under the safe, snug umbrella of comprehensive health insurance.

After culling recommendations from friends, I opted for Dr. Eric Lambeth as my primary care physician (or "PCP" as AETNA classifies him, as in "I'm really hurting, I need my PCP!") The Good Doctor was warm and attentive. He took time to get to know me as a first-time patient, and he provided abundant samples of my nasal spray (yes, I use nasal spray.)

While he warned me against the dangers of smoking, he allowed that, if done in moderation, I could take up a pipe. Now that's a cool doc!

My focus in law school was on health care law and policy. I could easily twist this, or virtually any post, into a weary diatribe against our current health care system. Instead, I'll focus on my personal, positive experience: a reasonable price, easy access and a receptive and amiable doctor. Stuff well bought.

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