So, they just punched a divot in my upper arm...

[randomness]

...and they'll let me know what the biopsy says in a week or so. Meanwhile, I have some black nylon thread sticking out of me.

The whole experience was kind of a pain, particularly as the dermatologist was brusque and offhand, the assistant was cold, and the administrative staff looked like they clearly felt I wasn't pretty or vain enough to grace their office.

I did notice that all the staff were young, female, thin, and distant, and that botox info featured prominently in the examining room. I guess maybe they mostly deal with cosmetic surgery?

Hmmm. Perhaps I should go find another dermatologist. Any pointers?

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commiserations/recommendation

[jim-p.livejournal.com]

ouch! I know where you're coming from; I just had to have a divot punched into my fingertip (where the nail *used* to be) for something similar... at least the biopsy was negative, now to do the followup...

The derm I had was most excellent; she's in Worcester if you can go out that far. Getting appointments is kinda tough (My first appointment for this "urgent" problem was three months off; I finally got in by calling back until a cancellation came up). I can still give you a recommendation if you like.

Re: commiserations/recommendation

[r-ness.livejournal.com]

The derm I had was most excellent; she's in Worcester if you can go out that far.

Sure. I'm just limited to the providers in the Blue Cross directory. But Worcester is okay.

I can still give you a recommendation if you like.

That would be great. Thanks!