Originally Posted by
no sweat
I sympathize, 120%. Medical care in the USA has become so incredibly unsatisfactory in so many respects. I will say that the one really positive experience I've had in the last few years happened to be with an orthopedist (a cyclist, it happens!) who was an absolute star.
When I was running I got the best results from drs. who ran or were at least active. Most think what works for them will work for you. Very difficult to find someone you would consistently put your trust in.