Doctors

I have been reading other blogs about miscarriage. I am realizing that I am incredibly fortunate and blessed to have the doctor and practice that I do. I didn't get to see MY doctor for the appointment that changed my life because he was in surgery. I saw another woman doctor in the practice and she was GREAT. She was so sensitive and physically upset when she delivered the terrible news that the baby no longer had a heartbeat. She gave us all the time we needed before coming back to talk to us, never rushing us at all. My doctor performed my D&C the next morning. The first time I saw him I was already in my gown getting my IV on a gurney. He was so sensitive and compassionate. He was optimistic about how soon we could start trying again without brushing past what was about to happen like it was routine. All the nurses were wonderful and so sensitive to what I was going through. I felt very cared for both medically and emotionally. My doctor even prayed with me before we went into surgery. He also called me a couple days later to see how I was recovering and doing emotionally. Aside from the phone call I got from the nurse to check on my physical recovery after the surgery. I wish I had never had to go through any of it, but i guess since it happened I am glad that I have a doctor who is so understanding and compassionate.