wagonboss t1_jdy143n wrote on March 28, 2023 at 12:44 AM

VCU is a major university based hospital, and many physicians are lent to the VA from VCU. (Or however that works, they’re in VCU attire)

The VA is much better than it used to be, but doesn’t compare to VCU. What are you looking to do specifically

anghiari t1_jdy6z04 wrote on March 28, 2023 at 1:27 AM

If it’s serious VCU, if it’s a normal physical or something minor the VA.

Lennyisback81 OP t1_jdyai60 wrote on March 28, 2023 at 1:54 AM

Find a Dr that won't dismiss me, I've been going to er for help because they listen

wagonboss t1_jdyaufe wrote on March 28, 2023 at 1:57 AM

Unfortunately, that’s happening a lot. I’m sorry, and wish you luck. I can’t even find a PCP, because I haven’t been in years.

phyzyk t1_jdybij7 wrote on March 28, 2023 at 2:02 AM

I couldn't officially get a PCP at the VA... I had a doctor who saw me regularly, but my prescriptions and appointments were always messed up because the VA could never get my status switched from Hampton to Richmond... Filled out the paperwork 4 times and gave up.

The last time I was there for the entire afternoon and said fuck it and found a doctor in town

wagonboss t1_jdybz74 wrote on March 28, 2023 at 2:05 AM

I should say, I’m not a vet and not seeking at the VA. It’s just difficult to find a Doctor anywhere

phyzyk t1_jdydrdp wrote on March 28, 2023 at 2:18 AM

It's so bad everywhere... Mercy has purchased everything that doesn't belong to VCU

wagonboss t1_jdyfgfw wrote on March 28, 2023 at 2:28 AM

Yup

Lennyisback81 OP t1_jdyb55c wrote on March 28, 2023 at 1:59 AM

I use a clinic for 2nd opinion and they pay attention. I'm gonna go w them. Plus the Dr is a fkn genius, the educational credentials are great.

phyzyk t1_jdy8ay2 wrote on March 28, 2023 at 1:38 AM

After dealing with the VA for 8 years and constantly waiting for 1 hr past my appointment to be seen, plus pharmacy time, I would highly recommend any other medical facility for routine appointments. They are way overbooked all the time and I would frequently have to wait for 3 months just to get an appointment