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Diabetes Medical Care at VA vs Private Doctor
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Fat
I asked this question previously, but the topic arose again in our group discussion.
Can anyone give pros vs cons of health care at the VA or private doctors.
The overwhelming majority believes VA is more care oriented because not having to make a profit.
That statement is supported by generic medicines being used which are just as good as higher priced name brands (example Victoza).
Most feel private physicians are compromised by pharmaceutical companies to encourage more costly name brands.
The VA just offers medicines which work, but aren't compromised by pharmacy groups.
All statements are welcomed.
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I am not so sure it is about where the doctor is at or what their opinions are. I think this falls more in like with doctors who give a shit about their patients. I have had great doctors at the
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Like Shrek, i've had good and bad experiences with both. Like Shrek says, you have to advocate for your self. Check the info on your PCP or your surgeon or specialist. I will say this and some who hav
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