I can't stand my pulmonologist. I have asthma all my life.

[cyclonefence]

5. It's such a PITA to break in a new doctor

This has happened to me, too, and several times since I've gotten so old--they all retire. You build up a relationship with a doctor, and when you have a chronic illness, that doctor knows you and knows what will help. These new guys act like they are inventing the wheel, and they won't pay attention to what you tell them. You've had the damn disease for years and years; they've studied it and treated some patients--but NOT YOU.

My pulmonologist is a gem. He once told me he'd learned a lot from me! When I call in with a problem he says "I know you're not a complainer, so this must be pretty bad."

I asked him if he had plans to retire, and he said "No--I've just been through a very expensive divorce."

I hope you can find someone, maybe someone older, who will respect you and what you say. And good luck with your asthma. This is no time to get sick.