donstore wrote:What testing are you referring to with Dr. Dellon ?
http://www.headtotoehealthcare.org/libr ... esting.pdf Not sure why he didn't use this in Robyn's case (maybe she can shed some light). He did in Ali's though & I believe it's his standard practice before he'll determine if a patient's a suitable candidate for the dorsal branch decompression surgery.
donstore wrote:As for why he charges what he does...... to maximize profit just like any smart businessman would.
Perhaps. On the other hand, I also think PN-SufferVT made some good points on this same subject in an earlier thread...
"I wanted to post a note about the cost argument going on here. I spoke with my wife you is an Anesthesiologist. She says that a surgery whether private or public could easily cost 40k in the US.... Heck she says that a common ortho surgery is 50-60k. Furthermore, people often forget the surgery techs, nurses, CRNA, anesthesia, supplies and room cost... beside the surgeon cost. She also noted that the surgeon likely will make a couple grand off a procedure and many times the hospital gets a large amount of the remainder."
Take care, PS.
