***NEWS FLASH***
We have a doctor.
Yes, it's true.
It went down like this....
Friend Nancy called and said, "We just got in with a new doctor, but they said they were filling up fast. Call right now and call me back."
So I called right then.
Dr's office receptionist: "Dr.'s office, can I help you?"
Me: "I heard y'all were taking new patients. Do you still have room?"
Her: "Yes, but we only have a few slots left and we are booked up until mid October as far as appointments go."
Me: "That's ok"
Her:"Yeah, we aren't getting many people telling us no. Okay, let's get your information."
Me: "I have a husband and 5 kids as well - is there room for them?"
Her:"Oh dear." (I think we took the rest of the spots) "Okay, let's start with your husband and get everybody's info."
Me: "Thank you so much" (and a bit giddily) "I can't believe how hard it is to get a doctor! We just moved up from the states where you just go to a doctor and if you don't like 'em, you go to another!" (yes, I really said it - I was just so excited!))
Her: "Umm, yeah...what's your husband's name and birthdate...."
We went through everyone's info - names, birthdates and Alberta Health numbers.
Her: "Okay, that's everything. The next available appointment, so you can meet the doctor, is October 21."
Me:"That's fine."
Her:"Okay then, that's it."
Me:"Will you call to remind me or send something in the mail?"
Her:"No."
Me:"Alrighty then, I guess I'll put this somewhere I will remember it."(for 6 weeeks!) "Okay, I guess that's it."
Her:"Thanks so much for calling."
Me: "Wait, wait - what is the doctor's name?" (Because any information about the doctor doesn't matter, I just wanted to know.)
Her: "Dr. Muftee"
And since she seemed like she was trying to get off, I didn't ask my follow up - was Dr. Muftee male or female.
I guess we'll find out that and other exciting tidbits about our new doctor October 21. I hope she likes us. What should I wear? How should I do my hair? Stay tuned - it's sure to be interesting...
Oh yeah, what did I say to friend Nancy when I called her back?
"WE'RE IN!!!!" And then we both cheered.
It really is that big of a deal.
Sad.
3 comments:
WOW! I'm glad you're in.
Marian :)
Glad you're in Heather! Are all 5 of you going in at once? Oh and you might want to pull back a little on that "how much better we had it in the states" thing though Heather. Just saying..........
LOL,
Love you,
Dad F. & Gigi
It's funny because she (she is a she) is Suzanne's new doctor too! :^) We will probably all be in the waiting room together on Oct. 21st! LOL
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