Aside: Two tips we've found in dealing with the US system: 1) Write down everything that happens. Who came in when, what they gave you, how much, what you talk

Aside: Two tips we've found in dealing with the US system: 1) Write down everything that happens. Who came in when, what they gave you, how much, what you talked about and when, etc. Our personal experience is that the MDs and nurses take much better care of you when they see that you are taking notes. Not only from a fear of lawsuits aspect (though if that is there, get a new practitioner quickly), but also from a respect angle. That and they do make mistakes, sometimes big ones, and having another record is invaluable when it comes to when a dosage was given. The taking of notes also tends to slow things down, which can be good when trying to understand complex issues or figure things out. 2) If you're in for a while, get a bowl and keep it filled with diverse candies. Practitioners stop by more often, tend to hang around longer, and are generally in a better mood. All of which leads to better outcomes, at least that I have personally seen. Though this is pre-covid advice. And yes, I very much agree, you have to fight hard to get the care you need. Be polite, of course, but do not back down with MDs, they tend to think of it as a weakness to exploit for some strange reason.