So, I need to see the dermatologist

[spinbaby]

For something that looks vaguely malignant. My GP referred me and the first appointment I could get was in JANUARY!

But we don't want universal health care now, do we. Because that would result in long waits.

[Lyric]

1. I'm in the same boat with the rheumatologist.

I made my appointment last November, and the first opening they had was for THIS October. #%&^*@#!!

[xchrom]

2. i've had skin cancer several times -- complete with chemo --

and the whole nine yards.

i know how frustrating that can be -- if it's squamish or melanoma -- it's best if you don't wait that long.

you might -- if you can -- use a plastic surgeon -- which is what i did.

the stitching is better and they are just as good as a dermatologist, if not better sometimes.

[spinbaby]

3. I don't think I need a plastic surgeon

It's on a body part that doesn't show that much. But I do need to get moving and find a doctor.

[xchrom]

4. please do -- squamish and melanoma can change

and spread quickly.

mine weren't anyplace that showed either -- but my doctor had used a plastic surgeon for the same thing -- so i did.

i did try a dermatologist for the same condition once.

but it was an awful experience -- but that's personal -- and you may not have the same experience.

i loved my plastic surgeon -- he was fast and concerned. a real mensch.