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dannyboomhead t1_it2pbzt wrote
was thinking the same... theres no chance the NHS are pocketing the bill for any kind of surgery unless they really have to 😄
AggressiveCat9682 t1_it3dtq9 wrote
If you're doctor is really pushing it, it probably means you do need it. However always ask your doctor- "I'd like to avoid surgery if possible, is this necessary? What happens if I don't get it? What are the benefits if I do?". If they don't give you clear answers on that- then probably go to another surgeon.
Many times they're not pushing it because of incentives or money, but rather you came to them for help, they want to help you, and surgery is the main thing they can do to help.
Danny_Baaker t1_it36d65 wrote
This clearly only applies for places without universal healthcare. If anything it could be the opposite, if they say you are fine you may need extra opinions to ensure they aren't just hoping things clear up by itself.
ichabod01 t1_it2ilxg wrote
Incentives? Surgeons are surgeons. They are there to perform surgery…
SterlingAceZA t1_it2moo6 wrote
You'd be surprised, they sometimes like to add bells and whistles to a surgery for some extra money. I know quite a few surgeons. Luckily not all of them do it. And yes some surgeons are most definitely quicker to cut than others.
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[deleted] t1_it2kgz8 wrote
I think it depends on the type of surgery. I wouldn't want to waste time getting 2nd opinions and feel miserable if the surgery is going to make me feel better faster.
DudeLost t1_it2k5yj wrote
This sounds very American