Accessibility to doctors and finding the right doctor for psoriasis

Monique shares the story of a psoriasis diagnosis and what is important to her for her treatment.

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Having a doctor of color really doesn't matter to me personally as long as the person has

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a diverse background. [MUSIC PLAYING]

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I wasn't diagnosed with psoriasis until I actually saw my pulmonologist. She acknowledged that I had psoriasis

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and that I should go back to the dermatologist. I currently do have a rheumatologist, and they are not very accessible.

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The closest rheumatologist is about 30 minutes away. Sometimes it can be up to an hour's travel with traffic.

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It's extremely important to have access to doctors who are local. Waiting two to three weeks for an appointment and then maybe

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not being able to drive there because of symptoms, it makes it really difficult. I would appreciate having a female doctor.

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I think they may possibly be a little more understanding. Having a doctor of color really doesn't matter to me

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personally as long as the person has a diverse background with taking care of patients of all ethnicities.