Hello. I visited my PCP for some health issues such as fatigue, headache, weight gain. I also have a visit scheduled at an endocrinologist who asked to get labs done prior to the appointment (since I need to wait over 3 months) and provided me with a list of tests to get. My PCP only ordered some basics such as CMP, CBC, TSH and Urinalysis. He skipped any hormones, detailed thyroid and micronutrients tests which are the key in locating my problem, even when I asked if he would add these and mentioned that TSH alone will not show anything. He would not listen to anything I am saying and was very dismissive. He just said that he knows better and has over 20 years of experience so he doesn't need anyone's opinion and just left the office. I asked the front desk if I can see other provider or if they can ask my doctor to add the other tests, but they said that they will not order labs for any other provider and it will stay in their office. I said thank you and cancelled my next appointment. A few day later I received a letter from that office that they will not be able to treat me anymore and I should remove them as my primary provider.
Is it normal that doctors act this way and sends a letter like that?
Were they right that PCP will not order tests if a specialist asks for it prior to appointment?
I would appreciate your opinion.
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